There was a time when people really had to go to offices to work. But that’s not the case now. As the Internet continues to boom, it changes the way people live, too. It even changes the way people work. Now, people can work at the convenience of their own home, at their own time.

fiverr is called online freelancing where an independent contractor (or a team, in some cases) sells his labor to clients from anywhere in the world.

Like any other job, online freelancing is never easy. You have to put a lot of effort to make it work. You have to take is seriously. You have to treat it like any other job you had in the past. You have to take it professionally.

So how do you make yourself effective as an online freelancer? Here are a few tips to help you get started with.

First, you must know and select your own niche. What are the things you love to do? What are you good at? In my case, it’s writing. I had been writing for more than six years now so naturally, I would use that skill to get myself a job as an online freelancer. How about you? What are your skills? That would be your most powerful tool in online freelancing.

Second, you must learn when to trust. Remember, you are dealing with people you do not really know. The Internet is full of scammers so learn to use that "sixth sense". Know who to trust and who to avoid. In online freelancing where every second counts, time wasted is money wasted.

Third, consider developing long term relationships with clients. In the online world where everything is not guaranteed, it is always better if you develop a long term working relationship with a certain client. Working with a long term client is a lot more comfortable since you already know about his taste and all. Plus, it’ll guarantee you more work in the future.

Finally, do not stay inside your comfort zone. Yes, it is, of course, recommended that you start at your own forte. In my case, it’s writing. But do not just settle there. Expand your horizon. Learn new skills. The Internet is a very good place to learn so take advantage of what it can offer.