I’ve spent 15+ years building websites, growing audiences, testing side hustles, selling digital products and experimenting with ways to make money online.

Dad Solopreneur is where I share the strategies, tools and business ideas actually worth a busy dad’s time.

I get it. I’m Val, a fellow dad who went from burned-out employee to solopreneur—and now I help guys like you launch profitable side hustles, master productivity, and ditch the guilt of chasing big goals while raising a family.

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August 20, 2026

I Published 4 Books on Amazon KDP , Here’s What I’d Do Differently Today

Table of Contents Introduction My publishing journey in a busy dad life balancing a full-time dad life with a side hustle can feel like spinning plates. i’ve published four books on Amazon KDP, and yes, there were late-night edits, early-morning outlines, and plenty of coffee. you don’t need perfect timing to start; you just need […]

August 14, 2026

7 Side Hustles You Can Start After the Kids Go to Bed

For a lot of dads, the hardest part about starting a side hustle isn't coming up with an idea. It's finding the time to actually work on it. Between your job, kids, dinner, errands, homework, family time and everything else that somehow gets added to the schedule, there may not be a nice four-hour block […]

August 9, 2026

I’ve Tried Almost Every Online Side Hustle. Here’s What I’d Tell a Dad Starting Today

If you spend enough time looking for ways to make money online, something strange happens. Every few days, you discover another opportunity that looks better than the one you were considering before. One week it’s affiliate marketing. Then you hear about selling printables on Etsy. Then someone tells you Amazon KDP is the way to […]

August 8, 2026

How I’d Start an Online Side Hustle With Only 5 Hours a Week

If you’re a dad trying to build extra income online, you probably don’t have unlimited time. You might have an hour after the kids go to bed. Maybe a few hours on the weekend. And when you finally sit down at your computer, it’s easy to get pulled in ten directions at once. Start an […]

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Val G.

Designer/Solopreneur

"Great dads don’t wait for the perfect moment—they build their business and their legacy in the middle of bedtime stories, school runs, and everyday chaos. Your family isn’t what holds you back; they’re the reason you push forward."

Mark T., Freelance Web Designer & Dad of 2

"Before finding DadSoloPreneur, I was stuck—juggling a dead-end job and missing my kids’ milestones. The step-by-step guides on launching a freelance business gave me the courage to take the leap. Six months later, I’m earning more than my old salary and coaching Little League. If you’re a dad doubting whether it’s possible, trust me: this site is your game-changer.

Ryan K., Etsy Seller & Dad of 3

"I’d tried every time-management app out there, but DadSoloPreneur’s ‘Time Blocking for Dads’ method finally made it click. In 3 months, I went from 4 hours/day of wasted time to launching a profitable Etsy shop—while still being present for bedtime stories. The advice here isn’t fluff; it’s battle-tested by dads who actually get it."

David S., Small Business Owner & Dad of 4

"For years, I told myself, ‘Once the kids are older, I’ll start my business.’ DadSoloPreneur’s mindset articles flipped a switch—I realized building a legacy is being a great dad. Now, my kids see me hustling (and even ‘help’ with my sticker shop!). This isn’t just a blog; it’s the kick in the pants every dadpreneur needs."