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
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