S1 E16: From $5 Gigs to Full-Time Income: Fiverr 101 with Pro Seller Carissa Ferguson

09/07/2025 18 min

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In this episode, Emma Claire flips the script and puts co-host Carissa in the hot seat to break down how she built a thriving freelance business on Fiverr. From voiceover gigs to UGC TikTok content and more, Carissa has delivered over 1,000 five-star orders through the platform and she’s here to share how Fiverr works, how to stand out, and how it’s supported her creative career along the way.WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT:What Fiverr actually is and why Carissa chose it as her launchpad into freelancing.How she went started from ground zero and turned her side hustle into a full time income.Tips for writing standout gig descriptions, choosing pricing, and working the algorithm.How she balances Fiverr work with her acting schedule and avoids burnout.The pros, cons, and biggest lessons learned from growing her business onlineLINKS & RESOURCES:Carissa's Fiverr ProfileFiverr Reddit ThreadFiverr ForumOpen an HYSA with Ally and receive a $100 bonus: (referral link)Sign up for Acorns and get $5 invested for free: (referral link)CONNECT WITH US:Instagram: @showbiz.podTikTok: @showbiz.podWebsite: www.showbizpod.com

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