So you made your first digital product… but no one’s buying.
You don’t need 10,000 followers. You just need the right strategy.
Here’s exactly how to make your first sale—even if you’re starting from zero:
✅ 1. Start With a Micro Offer
Your first product should be small, fast to consume, and solve one real problem.
Examples:
- A Notion content calendar
- A 10-page productivity guide
- A 30-caption pack for Instagram Reels
🎯 Price it between $5–$19 to make it an easy “yes.”
✅ 2. Share Behind-the-Scenes (Not Just the Product)
People buy from people. So instead of just saying “Buy this,” try:
- “Here’s why I made this”
- “The 3 problems that inspired this”
- “What I wish I had when I started…”
🔁 Post this as Reels, carousels, or stories.
✅ 3. Offer a Freebie First
Give something away to build trust—a checklist, mini guide, or a preview.
Then say:
“Want the full version? It’s $7 and linked in my bio.”
💡 Bonus: Add them to your email list for future products.
✅ 4. DM 5–10 People Who Need It
Not spam. Just value.
If someone is struggling with what your product solves, send a message:
“Hey! Saw you’re trying to [insert goal]. I actually made a mini product that helps with that—want me to send it over?”
🔥 This works when done respectfully.
✅ 5. Create Urgency
People scroll past unless there’s a reason to act. Try:
- Limited-time discount
- First 10 buyers get a bonus
- Flash sale on launch day
Even if it’s $2 off, it adds pressure to act now.
🚀 Final Words:
Your first sale is the hardest—but also the most powerful.
It’s proof. It’s fuel. And it shows you what’s possible.
Start small. Show up daily. And speak like a human, not a salesperson.
You don’t need 10k followers. You need 1 honest solution.