How To Get Order On Fiverr As A New Seller

Let’s be honest. Opening your Fiverr seller account is exciting. You set up your profile, create a gig, and then you wait. And wait. You refresh the dashboard, but the “Orders” section stays painfully empty. It’s discouraging. I know, because I’ve coached dozens of freelancers through this exact moment.

After six years building online businesses—from SEO agencies to e-commerce brands—I’ve learned a fundamental truth: platforms like Fiverr aren’t magic. They are marketplaces. And to win in any marketplace, you need a strategy that goes beyond just “being good at something.”

This guide isn’t about quick tricks or empty promises. It’s the practical, step-by-step playbook I give to my coaching clients. It’s based on the same principles of positioning, value, and clarity that drive any successful online business. If you’re ready to move from “waiting” to “winning,” let’s get started.

Step 1: Shift Your Mindset Before You Set Up Your Profile

Most new sellers start with the what: “I’ll offer logo design” or “I’ll do data entry.” This is your first mistake. You’re thinking like a job seeker, not a business owner.

Instead, start with the who and the why.

Who is your specific, ideal buyer? (e.g., Not “small businesses,” but “podcast hosts who need show notes and social media snippets.”)
Why do they need your service? What problem are they truly trying to solve? (They’re not buying “500 words of blog content.” They’re buying more website traffic and authority.)

This niche-down approach does two things: it makes you stand out in a sea of generic sellers, and it allows you to speak directly to one person’s pain points. Your entire profile should be built for this one person.

Step 2: The Foundation – A Profile That Screams “Pro”

Your profile is your storefront. Would you walk into a physical store that was messy and had a blurry sign? No. Buyers feel the same.

Profile Picture: Use a clear, friendly, professional headshot. A smile builds instant trust.
Title/Username: Don’t just be “John123.” Incorporate your niche. “JohnThePodcastWriter” is infinitely better.
Description: This is your sales pitch. Don’t list skills. Tell a story.
- Line 1: Who you help. (“I help overwhelmed podcast hosts grow their audience through compelling show notes.”)
- Line 2: How you help them/what you deliver. (“I transform your audio episodes into SEO-friendly blog posts and engaging social media clips.”)
- Line 3: Your credibility/why you. (“With a background in content marketing, I understand what drives clicks and subscriptions.”)
Skills & Languages: Be accurate. Over-stating your language level will backfire during an order.

Step 3: Your First Gig – The 30-Minute Rule

Here’s a rule I live by: If your ideal buyer can’t understand exactly what they’re getting within 30 seconds of landing on your gig page, you’ve lost them.

A. Keyword Research (The SEO Secret): Before you write a word, see what buyers are actually searching for.

Go to Fiverr’s main search bar.
Start typing your service (e.g., “logo design”). Look at the auto-suggestions. These are high-volume search terms.
Click on a few and look at the top-ranked gigs. What words are in their titles? What tags are they using?
Use these insights. Your primary keyword (e.g., “podcast show notes writer”) should be in your gig title.

B. The Gig Title: Be specific and benefit-driven.

Weak: “I will write blog articles”
Strong: “I will write an SEO-optimized blog post to rank on Google”

C. The Pricing & Packages: This is where most new sellers panic and undercharge. Don’t.

Create THREE packages (Basic, Standard, Premium). This frames the choice for the buyer.
Your Standard package should be your “best value” offer—the one you want most people to buy. Make it compelling.
Your Basic package is for the budget-conscious. It gets them in the door.
Your Premium package is for the buyer who wants the white-glove treatment. Price it confidently.
Include clear, tangible deliverables for each (e.g., “500-word blog post,” “2 rounds of revisions,” “1 featured image”).

D. The Description & FAQ: Anticipate every question.

Use bullet points. People scan.
Explain your process: “Step 1: You send the brief. Step 2: I deliver a draft in 48 hours…”
In the Gig FAQ, answer things like: “What do you need from me to start?” “What’s your revision policy?” “Do you offer source files?”

E. The Visuals (Gig Images & Video): This is non-negotiable. Use clean, high-quality graphics that showcase what you’re selling. A short, friendly video (even just you talking to the camera for 30 seconds) can increase conversions dramatically. It humanizes you instantly.

Step 4: The Launch & The “Dry Spell” Strategy

You hit “Publish.” Now what? You don’t just wait.

Be Buyer-Ready, 24/7: Turn on Fiverr notifications. Respond to every buyer inquiry within an hour, if possible. Fiverr’s algorithm rewards responsiveness.
Use Buyer Requests (The Hidden Gem): This is your active hunting ground. Go to “More” > “Buyer Requests.” Filter for requests you’re qualified for. Don’t send copy-paste proposals. Read the request, address the buyer by name, and in 2-3 sentences explain how you’ll solve their specific problem. Offer a quick insight to show expertise. Send a few of these daily.
Share Strategically (But Don’t Spam): Share your gig on your personal social media. “Hey friends, I’ve started offering [your service] on Fiverr. If you know anyone who needs [solution], I’d appreciate you keeping me in mind!” This can generate those crucial first orders.

Step 5: Securing the First Order & Building a Foundation

When that first order notification comes (and it will), your job is to over-deliver.

Communicate clearly and often.
Deliver before the deadline.
Give them more than they asked for (a small extra, some free advice related to the project).
After delivery, politely ask if they’d be willing to leave feedback if they’re happy with the work.

That first 5-star review is your social proof. It tells the next buyer, “It’s safe to buy from this new person.”

FAQ: The New Seller’s Biggest Worries

Q: What if I get no orders for weeks?
A: Don’t panic. Revisit Steps 1-3. Is your niche too broad? Are your gig images weak? Are your packages confusing? Tweak and optimize. Use Buyer Requests consistently. This is a business, not a lottery.

Q: Should I do cheap work just to get reviews?
A: This is a dangerous trap. Extremely low prices attract the most difficult buyers and train the market to undervalue you. Price fairly for your skill and time. Your Standard package should reflect the real value you provide.

Q: How do I handle a difficult buyer?
A: Communication is everything. Be professional, document everything in the Fiverr message thread, and set clear boundaries from the start (that’s what your gig FAQ is for). If things escalate, Fiverr Support is there. Never argue; just state the facts politely.

Q: When should I raise my prices?
A: When you’re consistently getting orders and your delivery queue has a wait time. Raise them incrementally as your reviews and portfolio grow.

The Real Secret Is Consistency

Getting your first order on Fiverr isn’t about one magical trick. It’s about treating your gig like a real business from day one. It’s about understanding your customer, communicating your value with crystal clarity, and then doing the work to deliver exceptional results.

The freelancers I’ve seen build sustainable, high-income careers on Fiverr didn’t get lucky. They were strategic. They were patient. They understood that the first order is simply proof that their system works.

Once you have that proof, the question changes. It’s no longer “How do I get an order?” It becomes, “How do I systematize this success to build a reliable, growing income stream?” But that’s a conversation for another day. For now, the foundation is set.

So, what’s the one step in this guide you can implement in the next hour to move from waiting to winning?