How hard is it to get your first order especially in Kenya?

[blockbitwhale]

Is it true that it's hard to get clients especially if you are Kenyan? 
Someone tell me how true it is?

[Lena]

Hello @blockbitwhale 

On 7/2/2024 at 10:26 PM, blockbitwhale said:

Someone tell me how true it is?

Not true at all! A wise man once said that Fiverr is a place where professionals across hundreds of industries come to grow their businesses. That is why we have created our ever-growing and amazing community where people come to get advised and inspired. We wanted to include all possible aspects of work which is why we created so many categories and subcategories, so that users can find the one which is most suitable for their Gig. 

Fiverr doesn’t discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or nationality. Our platform exists to enable anyone, anywhere to build their business, brand, or dreams.

With that being said, all that matters and all that is important is for you to make your Gig(s) stand out, to be excellent at what you do, and to offer exceptional service. Buyers will appreciate and respond to clear communication, mutual respect, and professional behavior, providing value for their money. 

So focus on making your Gigs prominent and success is guaranteed. 

Thank you and good luck! 🍀 

[blockbitwhale]

On 7/4/2024 at 5:23 PM, Lena said:

Hello @blockbitwhale 

Not true at all! A wise man once said that Fiverr is a place where professionals across hundreds of industries come to grow their businesses. That is why we have created our ever-growing and amazing community where people come to get advised and inspired. We wanted to include all possible aspects of work which is why we created so many categories and subcategories, so that users can find the one which is most suitable for their Gig. 

Fiverr doesn’t discriminate based on race, religion, gender, s****l orientation, or nationality. Our platform exists to enable anyone, anywhere to build their business, brand, or dreams.

With that being said, all that matters and all that is important is for you to make your Gig(s) stand out, to be excellent at what you do, and to offer exceptional service. Buyers will appreciate and respond to clear communication, mutual respect, and professional behavior, providing value for their money. 

So focus on making your Gigs prominent and success is guaranteed. 

Thank you and good luck! 🍀 

Yet someone came and called me a scammer because I could not draw sketches without them opening an order. in quote ah, Kenyan scammer

[michmikaia]

13 minutes ago, blockbitwhale said:

Yet someone came and called me a scammer because I could not draw sketches without them opening an order. in quote ah, Kenyan scammer

How many people (buyers) told you that Kenyans are scammer? Maybe, there are some buyers who had a bad experience with people from your country, and they put all Kenyans in the same bag.

[uk1000]

39 minutes ago, blockbitwhale said:

Yet someone came and called me a scammer because I could not draw sketches without them opening an order.

You could report the message if they say something offensive.

If you wanted to show a sketch or 2 to a buyer before the order (eg. to help start getting orders and reviews which could help get other orders) you could put a big enough watermark on it to help prevent it being used before ordering.

You could show a video on one of your gigs of you designing a logo or logos.

If a logo on a gallery looks too similar to an existing template one some buyers might think it isn't custom or that a logo wouldn't be specifically designed for them, and they might want a very custom done one to use for their logo (eg. for trademark reasons).

[tapu_design2]

1. Skill and Quality: Offer high-quality services or products.

2. Portfolio: Showcase your work with a professional portfolio.

3. Networking: Use local and online networks to connect with potential clients.

4. Online Platforms: Utilize freelancing platforms like Fiverr.

5. Marketing: Promote your services through social media and direct outreach.

6. Competitive Pricing: Consider competitive pricing strategies.

7. Persistence: Stay persistent and keep improving.

Edited July 4 by tapu_design2