Discovering Fiverr
Q: Marko, how did you first hear about Fiverr?
Marko: Back in college, I was looking up ways to make money online and came across Fiverr through a simple Google search. I had a passion for music production and knew how to use FL Studio, so I thought, why not turn that into a service? That is how it all started.
Early Gigs & the First Order
Q: What was your first Fiverr order like?
Marko: It took about a month to land my first order. It came from an Eastern European client who wanted a basic remix for $5. That feeling of earning money online for the first time was incredible—I could not believe someone would pay me just through a computer.
Building Momentum
Q: How did things progress from that first order?
Marko: The first few months were up and down. I got a few orders, then one month was dead, then it picked up again. But I kept experimenting—testing new thumbnails, creating multiple gigs in niches like meditation music, lo-fi, podcast intros. That helped me learn what worked.
Transition to Full-Time Music Services
Q: At your peak with music gigs, what were you earning?
Marko: Around $2,500/month. A lot of that came from creating original meditation music for faceless YouTube channels. They needed custom audio to stay monetized on YouTube, and I filled that gap.
Realizing It Was Time to Pivot
Q: Why did you shift from music to Webflow websites?
Marko: I stopped enjoying music when it became “work.” I even tried automating music generation, but it felt wrong—I originally loved music because it was fun. I wanted to move to something more scalable, more high-ticket. That is when I discovered Webflow. It allowed more customization, and I saw potential for higher-value services.
Learning & Rebranding
Q: How did you teach yourself Webflow?
Marko: I started by creating projects for myself—most of them were terrible at first. I learned on the go, and whenever I got stuck, I turned to YouTube and ChatGPT. Slowly I built confidence.
Q: Did you create a new Fiverr profile for Webflow?
Marko: No. I decided to keep my original profile and rebrand it completely—new gig titles, new descriptions, new thumbnails. I was worried it might confuse buyers since my reviews were music-related, but it turned out to help.
Getting First Website Orders
Q: How did you land your first Webflow orders?
Marko: I reached out to some of my old music clients, offering website design instead. Most said no, but a few said yes. That kickstarted my transition. Then promoted gigs started bringing in more organic leads.
Order Growth & Workflow
Q: How did orders grow in the first few months of Webflow?
Marko: It started slow—1 order, then 3, then 2 the next month. It was not instant, especially since I was still learning. Promoted gigs made a big difference, accounting for about 80–90% of orders.
Q: What tools and systems do you use to manage everything?
Marko: I work solo. I used to use Notion but now prefer Airtable to manage clients and projects. For scheduling calls, I use a tool called Setmore, which does not send emails (important to avoid Fiverr’s terms violations). And for video calls, I use Fiverr’s Zoom integration—it helps when clients need handholding or walkthroughs.
Fiverr Strategy & Insights
Q: What pricing strategy did you start with?
Marko: Fiverr does not allow Webflow gigs to be under $80. So I priced one page at $80, then upsold extra pages. That helped build momentum.
Q: Do you offer unlimited revisions?
Marko: I did early on. One project took six months because of unlimited revisions and slow client responses. Never again. It taught me to set clear limits and expectations.
Q: What about Fiverr Promoted Gigs?
Marko: Game-changer. I once spent $100 and earned over $2,000. Most of my orders come from them. If you are not using promoted gigs, you are invisible—half of Fiverr search results are ads now.
Personal Website & Branding
Q: Does having a portfolio website help on Fiverr?
Marko: Definitely. Unlike audio, where clients can just listen, website buyers want to see. A personal website builds credibility and makes you stand out. I even used Vasily’s website as inspiration for my own.
Exploring Direct Clients & Agencies
Q: Are you considering working with clients outside Fiverr?
Marko: Yes. Fiverr is a great lead channel, but I am also experimenting with cold emails and building a brand on X (Twitter). Eventually, I might join a Webflow agency to learn more or even build one myself.
Success Score, Consistency & Frustrations
Q: Your Fiverr success score is 9—do you think that matters?
Marko: It helps. One buyer told me he chose me simply because I had a gig video. The platform is weird sometimes—traffic comes in waves—but you just have to stay consistent.
Q: What frustrates you most about Fiverr?
Marko: The imbalance. Some clients want $200 websites with crazy animations. And I do not always know why traffic drops suddenly. But you have to push through and keep improving.
Advice for New Sellers
Q: What advice do you have for people starting out on Fiverr?
Marko:
Research your niche and study your competitors
Use a profile picture with your face and add a video
Create at least three gigs—test different offers
Be patient—orders take time to come
Consider offering trending services like AI or chatbot tools
Keep experimenting and learning daily
What’s Next
Q: What are your plans for the next few months?
Marko:
Keep optimizing Fiverr gigs
Expand to AI-related services
Launch cold email outreach campaigns
Continue growing on X and building portfolio credibility
Possibly work with or join an agency for mentorship and experience
Where to Find Marko
Thanks for reading this edition. If Marko’s story resonated with you, drop a comment or share it with someone trying to figure out their next move.
See you soon,
Vasily
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