It’s what most people dream about; being able to make a living working from home while doing what you love. Here are some tips to help you make a living on Fiverr.
Keep Everything Up to Date
Keep your profile and most importantly, your Gigs up to date. This works on multiple levels. Not only does it let your potential buyers know that you constantly check the site and stay on top of any Gigs that are ordered, but it lets you keep up with any changes on the site. In a digital environment like this one, things are constantly changing. It pays, literally and figuratively, to keep up with any changes and updates, especially when they may concern you.
It’s Not a Free Ride
Don’t create a Gig on Fiverr and expect the money to just start rolling in. This is a place for people to earn a living buying and selling skills and services. Expect to work hard. They say it’s not work if you’re doing what you love, but that means very little if you accept gigs and don’t do any of the work. Be prepared to stand behind your work as well, b
Communicate!
ecause unless the buyer understands your gig 100% (and by that I mean your description is as clear as glass), you may find yourself having to do rewrites to make sure the buyer gets what they want.
The inbox is there for a reason! It is the perfect (and only) tool available for you to communicate with your buyer. Take advantage of this tool. Abuse it, if you feel it is necessary, because the only way you’re going to make sure that you and your buyer are on the same page regarding the gig is to talk to them. While you do have the option of requiring gig details before beginning, buyers may not always give you as many details as you need.
Always Deliver
I may be repeating myself, but it is something that is important enough that it bears repeating. Always, ALWAYS deliver your gigs complete and on time. The only exception to this rule is if you and the buyer agree to a mutual cancellation for whatever reason. This is the only thing that is going to bring in new customers and keep existing ones is your good work ethic and your commitment to deliver the best work possible.
Marketing is Key
While it is true that potential new clients can find your gig through the Fiverr homepage, there are thousands of gigs for them to sort through in each category. It is much easier to bring in potential clients directly. Fiverr even provides you with a handy link, available in your profile, that you can post to social media sites or print onto a business card. Spend a little time promoting your gigs and your business on social media websites and while you are out and about. A little bit of marketing goes a long way in this business, especially since the internet has quickly become this generation’s word of mouth.
There is always work to be done on Fiverr, and with a few simple tricks and tips like these, it’s easy to set up a business and make a living doing it.
