How can I get my first client on Fiverr or Upwork despite having skills, a portfolio, and dedication but still no orders?

[Btaliat]

There is no specific time for you to get your clients. You only make sure that you put all things in order to ensure that you have all what you need in place. For instance, you may not need to be waiting for the clients to reach out to you, you may be pitching them yourself. You may even need to be using cold emailing where you can be writing to your potential clients. This will surely help you in getting the clients easily than expected.