Penny for your thoughts 💰

Good morning! Believe it or not, but a rare penny just sold at auction for $1.1 million. It’s all because the penny had an almost imperceptible error in its printing.

Now, before you go digging through your old piggy bank, the rare coin is believed to be 1 of only 3 in existence. 

If you have the time to start rolling all those pennies, you might be better off fine-tuning your side hustle. But that’s just our opinion 🤷

Here’s your full rundown for this Thursday, February 23rd…

• 4 Days? - New 4-Day Work Week Trial Result Are In

• Recession 2023 - Walmart & Home Depot Lower Guidance

• Lawyer Up! - Man Takes Meta to Court Over Copyright

• Freelancing - 5 Ways to Make Your Fiverr Gig Stand Out

• Entrepreneurship - Time to Fire Yourself as CEO?

Lurn Bytes: Entrepreneurship Around The Web

4 Day Workweek Trial Ends - And it was an overwhelming success according to participating companies. 61% of those that participated are making it permanent, with 73% of employees reporting “increased satisfaction with their lives.” Could this become more common? It looks like it…

Walmart & Home Depot Prepare for Slowdown - Daily economic news feels like a rollercoaster lately. One day there’s optimism, the next Walmart and Home Depot signal they’re prepping for a downturn. Here’s exactly what each had to say about their 2023 outlook…

The Man Who’s Taking On Meta - This may be the biggest David and Goliath story you see this month, as one man is taking on Meta in court. After more than 8 months of negotiations, he’s taking Meta to court over copyright infringement. And he’s not looking to settle either…

Create a Fiverr Listing That STANDS OUT!

Whether you are a graphic designer, a writer, a web developer or a consultant, Fiverr is one of the best platforms to showcase your skills and make a living. 

With over 3 million active buyers and sellers, Fiverr has become one of the most competitive platforms in the freelancing industry. 

So, how can you make your Fiverr page stand out from the crowd? 

Here are 5 awesome tips…

#1 - Catchy & Unique Titles

Your gig title is the first thing potential clients see when they search for services on Fiverr. 

So it's crucial to make it catchy and unique. 

Instead of using generic titles like "Professional writer," try using something more specific and attention-grabbing like "Experienced Blog Writer With 1,000+ Published Articles." 

Be creative and specific with your gig title and show clients what makes you unique.

#2 - Clear & Specific Descriptions

Once potential clients have clicked on your gig title, they will read your gig description to get a better understanding of what you offer. 

It's essential to write a detailed and clear gig description that explains your services in a way that's easy to understand. 

Make sure to include relevant keywords and phrases that potential clients might be searching for. Also, add some personality and humor to your gig description to make it more engaging and interesting.

#3 - Eye-Catching Images & Videos

Adding high-quality images and videos to your gig is one of the most important things you can do to make your page stand out. 

Remember, Fiverr is a visual platform. Buyers are more likely to click on gigs with eye-catching images and videos. Make sure your images and videos are of high quality and accurately represent the services you offer.

#4 - Exceptional Customer Service

No one buys anything without checking reviews anymore. The same applies to Fiverr gigs!

Make sure you highlight your reviews. If you don’t have any yet, work really hard on those first few customers and ask them to leave reviews for you.

One of the things that sets successful Fiverr sellers apart from the competition is exceptional customer service. Respond to messages and inquiries promptly, deliver your work on time, and go above and beyond to exceed your clients' expectations. 

Word of mouth is a powerful tool, and providing excellent customer service will encourage satisfied clients to leave positive reviews and recommend you to others.

#5 - Competitive Pricing

Pricing is one of the most critical factors when it comes to winning clients on Fiverr. 

If your prices are too high, clients will likely choose a cheaper alternative. On the other hand, if your prices are too low, clients might question the quality of your work. Do some research and see what other sellers in your industry are charging, and price your services competitively.

There’s no question, having a Fiverr page that stands out is a HUGE asset for any freelancer. 

By following these 5 awesome tips, you can create a unique and attention-grabbing Fiverr page that will help you win clients and grow your business.

$399.3 Million 

That’s how much was transacted over Fiverr in gross merchandise value in 2020, according to Backlinko.

Creators: TikTok Gives New Data Insights

No matter what niche you’re in, there’s nothing more valuable than DATA.

Well, TikTok is on a mission to give as much data as possible to its users through its Creative Center. You’ve heard us talk about this feature before, and for good reason, it really is one of the best data centers among social media platforms.

This week, they announced another awesome update.

Users will now be able to see which specific products are performing the best in the “Top Products” section.

This is a massive breakthrough for those in affiliate marketing and eCom. 

Some of the biggest metrics you can track for specific products are:

• Popularity

• CTR

• CVR

• CPA

• Impressions

• 6s View Rate

• Likes, Shares, and Comments

The best part?  TikTok's algorithm will also be taking the Top Products data into account when deciding which content to show to users. 

So, if you're a TikTok creator looking to boost your views and engagement, incorporating popular products into your content could be a smart move.

Here’s the full story on this new feature…

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