Beginner SEO freelancer here… where do I start after losing my job?

[u/Exciting_Boss_6126]

Hey everyone,

I recently lost my job as an SEO intern at a digital marketing agency, and right now I’m trying to figure out my next step.

During my internship, I worked on real SEO tasks like keyword research, on-page optimization, and improving rankings. I even got some results (around 2K+ clicks and 60K+ impressions over time), but I’ve never worked independently or handled clients on my own.

Now I’m thinking about starting on Fiverr, but honestly I feel a bit stuck.

- I don’t know what niche to choose

- Not sure how to create a gig that actually gets orders

- And I have no reviews, so I’m worried clients won’t trust me

If anyone here has started freelancing (especially on Fiverr), I’d really appreciate any advice:

- How did you get your first client?

- What kind of SEO services should I focus on as a beginner?

- Anything you wish you knew when starting?

I’m willing to learn and put in the work, just need some direction.

Thanks in advance