I'm thinking about writing a short ebook on fiverr...

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...and offering it as a WSO. (first, then I'll sell it other places.) I see a lot of people on this site talking aobut fiverr, the pros and the cons.

Before this forum, I didn't really have anyone to talk to about the 'normal' way to make money online, so I just figured it out of my own using sites like eBay, craigslist, and Fiverr.

I was actually shocked when I came to this forum and saw that many people had such a low opinion of offering their services on Fiverr. I've actually managed to land some of my best clients through Fiverr. (And I got a lot more than $5.)

Do you think a WSO about how to use fiverr to make money like that that would be a good idea?
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  • Profile picture of the author Jill Carpenter
    I'm thinking about writing a short ebook on fiverr...
    I think you need to spend some time researching in the WSO.

    Make a list of all the fiverr reports.

    Make a list of what topics those all seem to cover.

    Find a unique edge or something different you can cover on the topic.

    Look at thread views and try to determine how many sales each one has.

    Maybe even buy a few of them.

    Then determine if your product would be something worth listing and selling for the time you will need to put it together.

    In the end, it really doesn't matter what I think. It matters only what you think.
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  • Profile picture of the author DanielleLynnCopy
    Hi Sadie,

    I've written and sold a Fiverr guide as a WSO - and it was so well-received that the first version sold out.

    There are also several other Fiverr WSOs out there that approach Fiverr selling from different angles.

    That being said, I do think that's a good idea There's always different Fiverr perspectives that you could present and share with the community, just make sure you PACK your WSO with value!

    Edit: Jill beat me to the punch! (With great advice - for any WSO)
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  • Profile picture of the author Gaston Wolf
    Do some research and if you think you have a gap in the market go for it, check out what other people have down and how they have created success. As long as you provide great value it will be well received.
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  • Profile picture of the author deaner10
    I am sure this would be good as long as it is very informative with great information everyone can use. Not just plain obvious information but I am sure you already knew that...
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    • Profile picture of the author Frank Donovan
      Mercedes,

      Just a heads-up; threads discussing forthcoming WSOs (even just potential WSOs) in the main forum usually get deleted fairly quickly.

      If I were you, I'd either remove the WSO references in your OP and ask for opinions on the general sales potential of your ebook or follow Jill's excellent advice and do your own WSO research.


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  • Profile picture of the author Shane N
    I have also written an ebook on a Fiverr method that I use to generate great money on Fiverr and it has sold hundreds of copies on the WSO forum...

    I say go for it!

    But like others have said, make sure it hasn't been done already and make sure to provide quality content with little to no fluff.

    Best,
    Shane
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  • Profile picture of the author affilcrazy
    Firstly ... what Jill said!

    Originally Posted by sadiecopywriter View Post

    I was actually shocked when I came to this forum and saw that many people had such a low opinion of offering their services on Fiverr.
    Secondly, the reason for this is many (not all) seem to view Fiverr as a way of making quick cash, and not to potentially build business relationships, in the way you appear to have.

    The herd mentality may be that Fiverr (or Fourerr, if you prefer) is simply not worth their time and effort. However, this is because they are viewing it as an opportunity to make $5 (or $4) over and over again, and nothing more.

    Is this not the same thought process we see day in, day out on this very forum, and many others? "It's not worth my time" - however, there is little thought, improvisation, or relationship building going on with people of this mindset.

    I am guessing that this is what your "Fiverr Guide" will be geared towards. However, please also remember that this will involve "real work" ... and I'm not pointing any fingers, but how many people who actually offer services/products/whatever on Fiverr are in it for the long-haul?

    I know, perhaps a little cynical, but this is merely my opinion, nothing more. Personally, I think it's a great idea, and commend you for "trying to open other's eyes" to the possible business opportunities that Fiverr presents.

    Cheers
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  • Profile picture of the author vivaarturo
    would love to see a strategy of you got clients from fiver and then managed to gain them as client for much higher spend
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