In today’s world, a lot of people are making a living from the comfort of their homes with the help of the internet.

With Fiverr, the possibilities are endless. You will be surprised to find how many people need your skills and are willing to pay for it. You can get paid to write copy, create websites, make videos, translate, do voiceovers, and even code.

What’s more, it is totally free to join. All you need to get started is to create an account.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to kickstart your own freelance gig with Fiverr.

This article will cover the basics and a bit more, so you can get your Fiverr account up and running in no time.

Signing Up

1. Visit the Fiverr.com homepage and click join.

2. Enter your email address in the field provided, click continue.

Note that you can also create an account using Facebook and Google.

3  Pick a username and a password. Your username will be your display name within your Fiverr URL, so it is advisable to choose a username that represents the kind of gig that you would be doing.

Note that your username cannot be changed once the account has been activated. It must have a maximum of 15 characters and cannot contain special characters.

4  Once you have completed that, an email will be sent to you for account activation. The link in your email will only be valid for 30 days, if after that, you have not activated your account, you will need to click resend on the Fiverr website so that another activation email will be sent to you, also valid for 30 days.

5  Upon activation, you will be redirected to the Fiverr website, where you can start creating your freelance gigs.

How to Succeed With Fiverr

For those who are new to Fiverr, getting the best out of it might take a bit of patience. You might find it a tad challenging to get your gigs purchased initially, and as a result, you might want to give up. Not to worry, here are a few tips to ensure that you get the best value out of the platform.

• Deliver on time

When people place an order, they are happier when your delivery time makes sense. Usually, the shorter it is, the more likely it is that they will pay for your service.

There is a high level of competition on Fiverr, so if your gig has a longer delivery time than others, ensure that the reason is warranted, you would be expected to provide a higher quality of service or deliver more content. Double-check the delivery times you set for your gig, try it out, and make adjustments as needed.

• Set up quick customized responses

Fiverr allows you save time with its quick response feature. As you consistently interact with buyers, you get familiar with the kind of questions they ask, and you can prepare quick messages that respond to their queries with just a click of a button.

Be careful not to overuse quick responses, as they can lead to loss of customers. For example, shooting a quick message to a potential buyer without properly reading what the person asked is a sure way to lose sales.

Quick responses are easy to prepare from the settings page or the order update screen. Use them to introduce yourself to the customer and they can make a huge difference with contact statistics.

• An elaborate profile

To succeed on Fiverr, you need to ensure that your profile is thorough. Buyers will make judgments about your gig based on the description you provide; therefore you need to supply potential clients with great information about your services.

Consider adding pictures to your description as they increase the chances of your gigs getting ordered.

• Ensure high-quality services

There are many people looking to make quick money on the internet. While this is a potential worry for many buyers, it creates an opportunity for you to let your services stand out.

Focusing on delivering the best possible quality and customer service will ensure that your buyers leave great reviews which will encourage other buyers to try out your gig. Chances are, they will also make a purchase and leave a great review, growing your brand exponentially.

• Make the Fiverr app your companion

The Fiverr app is a great way to connect and stay in touch with your buyers. It is available on both the Android and iOS platforms. The app allows you easy access to your notifications, order updates, and you can respond to messages a lot faster, wherever you might be.

Being able to keep up with orders and buyer queries on the go is a great way to stay ahead of the competition.