Florian’s Fiverr Profile
Getting Started on Fiverr
Q: How did you first discover Fiverr, and what was your journey like in the beginning?
Florian: I first discovered Fiverr back in 2017 when I was around 15 or 16 years old. At that time, Fortnite was trending, and I decided to offer animated intro videos for gamers. My first gig took me 16 hours to create, and I only earned $5, but it showed me that the platform worked.
I did not know much about freelancing or other platforms like Upwork—Fiverr was my first introduction to the online work world. What I liked about it was the ability to set up a gig and have clients find me without needing to do outreach.
Transitioning to Social Media Marketing
Q: How did you move from Fortnite intros to social media marketing and design?
Florian: After realizing that making intro videos was too time-consuming for the small income, I started exploring other areas.
At that time, I got interested in Instagram growth and started a fashion-themed page. Within a few months, I grew it to 10,000 followers and eventually reached 150,000 followers. I started selling shoutouts on the page, but when I tried offering them on Fiverr, I realized there was no real demand.
That led me back to Fiverr to see what social media services were in demand. That is when I discovered organic Instagram growth, which you (Vasily) were already offering. I analyzed your profile, pricing, and service structure, then decided to try offering a similar service at a lower price. After a few months, I got my first order, and from there, I kept refining my approach.
Expanding into Design Services
Q: How did you transition from Instagram growth to content creation and design?
Florian: Managing multiple Instagram growth orders became difficult because it was so time-consuming. After around 10 active orders, it became hard to handle alone.
At the same time, I was helping my brother with his social recruiting agency, where I learned to design ads, social media posts, and Facebook campaigns. Seeing an opportunity, I decided to expand my Fiverr offerings to include content creation and ad designs.
I never had formal graphic design training. I learned it over time through dropshipping, where I had to create ads. I started with Photoshop and later discovered Canva and Figma, which made the process easier.
Fiverr Earnings & Business Growth
Q: How much are you currently making on Fiverr, and how has your revenue grown?
Florian: My Fiverr profile has generated close to $50,000 in total revenue, and I currently make between $2,000 and $4,000 per month. My highest month was slightly over $4,000.
Fiverr has been great, but I was balancing it with my university studies, so I could not dedicate 100% of my time. Since I finished my studies last year, I have been focusing more on growing my business.
Team & Scaling Challenges
Q: Are you working alone, or do you have a team?
Florian: Right now, I am handling everything on my own, except for some help from my girlfriend, who assists with manual Instagram growth tasks.
I have hit a point where I feel limited because:
* I cannot take on more orders without sacrificing quality.
* I have high standards for my design work, making it hard to delegate.
* Fiverr pricing makes it challenging to scale with a team while staying competitive.
I know I need to optimize my systems before I can scale. That includes automating repetitive tasks like client onboarding and file creation.
Growing on Twitter/X
Q: You have seen massive growth on X (Twitter). How did that happen?
Florian: I originally joined Twitter two years ago but was not posting. I noticed a large design community sharing work and engaging with each other.
In January 2025, I decided to start posting my designs. At first, I had zero engagement, but I spent time connecting with other designers, commenting on their posts, and forming relationships. After building a network, my posts started taking off, with some reaching 30,000+ views.
Now, I consistently generate 3+ leads per week, and I have already converted two small clients and one high-ticket client from X alone.
Fiverr vs. X for Client Acquisition
Q: Are you getting more clients from Fiverr or from X?
Florian: Right now, my X (Twitter) clients have surpassed my Fiverr revenue.
* Fiverr brings consistent orders, but the pricing makes it harder to scale.
* X attracts higher-budget clients, and I do not have to give up 20% in platform fees.
That being said, I am not leaving Fiverr. It is still a great source of inbound clients and provides stability, while X is helping me diversify.
Challenges with Fiverr
Q: What do you find frustrating about Fiverr?
Florian: There are a few challenges:
* Success Score is unclear – It affects visibility, but Fiverr does not explain exactly how to improve it.
* Subscriptions cannot be canceled within 10 days – This makes managing long-term clients difficult.
* Limited path to Top Rated Seller – I meet the criteria, but Fiverr seems to be limiting how many new sellers get promoted.
* Many clients want intro calls – This is time-consuming. I am considering creating a pre-recorded video to replace intro calls.
Advice for Freelancers
Q: Is it too late to start on Fiverr? What advice do you have for new freelancers?
Florian: Fiverr is definitely not too late to start, but you need to be patient.
* It took me 3 months to get my first order.
* Another 3 months to get my second order.
* Then, it started snowballing from there.
If you are just starting out, here is what I recommend:
* Pick the right niche – Fiverr is best for gig-based services with a clear start and end.
* Be consistent – Update your gig, stay active, and respond quickly to messages.
* Consider a second platform – X (Twitter) worked well for me. LinkedIn is also great for outreach.
* Engage with others – On Fiverr, X, or any platform, building relationships is key.
* Think long-term – Fiverr works, but you need patience and consistency to see results.
Future Plans
Q: What are your next steps for growing your business?
Florian: My biggest focus now is:
* Raising prices to attract higher-budget clients.
* Building better systems to handle more projects efficiently.
* Expanding beyond Fiverr and growing my X audience.
* Potentially hiring a team in the future once my processes are optimized.
I am also considering the “one-person agency” model, like DesignJoy, where I could offer high-value design services on a subscription model.
Where to Find Florian
* Fiverr Profile
* X(Twitter)
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