Text convern to curves (Ctrl+Q), and in Contour docker (Ctrl-F9) make Inside contour.
Enable Snap to objects option (Alt + Z) and draw auxiliary path with Free Hand Tool (enough lines of the two nodes angles unifying text and contour).
A simple click with Instrument Smart Fill Tool make a separate object.
Remove contour and path, break text on separate letter (Ctrl + K). Fill sides and letters with Gradients (G).
vector file: side_txt.cdr
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