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Outsourcing For 5 Bucks

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$5 Lifesaver

Online Helpers for $5

Do you have some simple tasks piling up that you thought were too small to outsource? Then you really should check out a site called Fiverr.

It’s still in beta test mode but is already capturing the imagination of all manner of people. Registered members can buy or sell 5 dollar services.

“Fiverr” has a “Twitter” feel about it with incoming short posts in real time. Services are called “Gigs” and all cost just $5.00. Some Gigs are crazy and imaginative but there are many that we internet marketers and bloggers can use.

Just a few of the useful online services people will do for a fiver:

  • Interview you over the internet (You send the intro & questions & they interview you and send the recording.)
  • Professional voiceovers for your website or ads.
  • 10,000 views per month for the life of your YouTube video (boosts ranking)
  • 500-word articles written on any topic (they do the research)
  • Website Banner, Header or Logo Original graphic designs that will “blow your mind”
  • Fix your WordPress site
  • Design covers for cd/dvd/books

The amazing thing is that you can check feedback before spending your 5 bucks.

You need to be a registered Fiverr user to sell or buy. (Registration is free.)
Seller’s and buyer’s identity remains anonymous. Payments are made through PayPal.

Check it out. If you don’t find something you need you can do a site search or post suggestions. You might even get a few ideas. At the very least you’ll be amused by what some people are prepared to do for 5 measley bucks!

http://www.fiverr.com/

It’s a great concept and I’m predicting that Fiverr could become really popular. You can be sure that many smart marketers will find some sneaky way of using it to promote their business.

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9 Responses to "Outsourcing For 5 Bucks"

  • Donna B says:
    July 7, 2010 at 10:27 pm
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    I had a quick look at fiverr and it was entertaining but also I found a solution for $5. I am sure going to use it for odd jobs. I’m only a beginner and there is so much to learn. At least that site can help on many ways. The first job I’ll get done is my blog.. Then I’m gonna get some articles and traffic. I was amazed at what’s in there. Thanks for finding it. You have a very nice blog here. Lots of intersting titbits and very helpful.

    • Gail says:
      July 10, 2010 at 2:04 am
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      Hey Donna, I agree. It’s easy to get carried away in fiverr. Some of the $5 “gigs” are quite amusing. Someone said that for $5 they will call your employee to check that they are doing a good job and send a report back to the boss! Someone else will write a love letter for you to send to your crush. The mind boggles. However, there are some great little $5 “gigs” on offer – like designing logos & banners, installing scripts, video squeeze page setup, blog setup with plugins. The next one I might go for is the 12 videos on how to set up & upload a resale rights package. Anyway, glad you like it. Cheers, Gail

  • Alice says:
    July 10, 2010 at 1:19 am
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    Hi Gail,

    What great info and a fantastic idea! I will immediately check Fiverr out. Thanks for letting us in on this new service!
    I am bookmarking your site to keep on re-visiting to see what else is new.

    Thanks again!

    Warmly,

    Alice

    • Gail says:
      July 10, 2010 at 1:42 am
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      Thankyou Alice! It’s great feedback like yours that makes my research efforts so rewarding. I enjoy finding info and passing it on. I have some good stuff lined up. I just ordered my first “gig” on fiverr. There are heaps of little jobs I need done, so fiverr is going to make life a little bit easier. I suppose you could call it “outsourcing for beginners”. See you next time.

  • Allan *OzzyAce* Riley says:
    August 12, 2010 at 11:25 pm
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    hi Gail
    i know i’ll be using outsourcing a lot in the coming years
    as you say it will make life a bit easier – probably a lot easier
    so this is a great site
    thanks
    allan
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    • Gail says:
      August 13, 2010 at 12:08 am
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      Hi Allan. I hope you do get some good use out of fiverr. I have had 3 jobs done now and was amazed at the professional work. I have heard some say that they got rubbish, but I guess it could be hit and miss. If you try to get someone who already has good feedback, the chances of a good result is much higher.

      All the best with your endeavours. I wish you great success.

  • Karen says:
    November 24, 2010 at 12:03 am
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    Hi Gail,

    I am a student of Mark Terrell’s Coaching Newbies, and I was blog hopping today, glad I stopped by this is a great resource I am checking it out today, thank you for the information. I would love if you can stop by my blog and check it out

    Karen

    • Gail says:
      November 24, 2010 at 2:40 am
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      Thanks Karen,
      Happy to visit your blog. I left a question on your recent post too.
      Glad you can see the value in fiverr.com. Be sure to check for good
      feedback before taking up some of the services on offer there. I still
      find it a very useful resource.

  • Karen says:
    November 24, 2010 at 5:00 am
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    Gail,

    I registered, thank you so much hope it comes in handy.

    Kareb

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