Side Hustle School

Ep. 3196 - STORY: Google Employee Makes $100,000 Using Fiverr

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Oct 1, 2025
A Google product manager raked in an extra $100,000 by leveraging Fiverr's platform for marketing services. Discover his unique strategy of using Fiverr Pro to offer premium pricing and high-quality consultations. The discussion highlights the importance of customer reviews and how to navigate Fiverr's low-cost culture. Tips for standing out include building a strong portfolio and maintaining persistence. This success story serves as inspiration for those looking to dive into side hustles while maintaining a full-time job.
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INSIGHT

Platforms Fit Beginners, Not Scale

  • Platforms like Fiverr are ideal for experimenting and learning client work but usually limit scale and income.
  • Exceptional cases can break the norm, but the platform's low-cost culture constrains typical earnings.
ANECDOTE

Google Marketer's Unusual Fiverr Win

  • John Yushe, a Google product marketer, earned over $100,000 on Fiverr in under a year by offering marketing services.
  • He combined his YouTube-focused expertise with high-priced Fiverr Pro gigs to attract clients seeking audience growth.
ADVICE

Choose Fiverr Pro And Vetting Matters

  • Apply to Fiverr Pro and focus on high-end services rather than competing on low-cost gigs.
  • Build a strong portfolio and pass technical and professional vetting to qualify for Pro and charge premium rates.
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