Marko’s Fiverr Profile 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 * Fiverr Profile * X (Twitter) Profile 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 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.freelancehustle.com
