Website Mistakes That Cost You Bookings: Expert Advice from Designer & Bride Emily Foster

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.What actually moves the needle in wedding businesses and what quietly wastes your time and energy?After another year of coaching wedding businesses behind the scenes, I started noticing some very clear patterns. The wedding pros who made real progress were not necessarily working harder or doing more marketing. And the ones who felt stuck were often doing all the right looking things but still not seeing results.In this episode, I’m sharing what I learned this year coaching wedding businesses and what surprised me the most. These are the things I saw over and over again as a wedding business coach working with planners, photographers, florists, stationers, DJs, and more.We’re talking about where wedding businesses are getting tripped up, what actually helped people gain traction, and why some changes made a bigger impact than anyone expected.If you run a wedding business and you want more clarity on what matters right now and what does not, this episode will give you a lot to think about before you plan your next move.Get all the links from this episode: http://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/342———I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.Are you setting wedding business goals every year but somehow ending up in the same place?You start the year motivated. You make plans. You tell yourself this is the year things will finally click. More bookings. Better clients. More control over your time.And then a few months in, those wedding business goals quietly fizzle out.In this episode, we are talking about why that happens and what is actually getting in the way.I see so many wedding professionals working hard, trying to book more weddings, and doing what they think they are supposed to do. But without a clear wedding business plan, effort alone is not enough to create real momentum.If you have ever wondered why your wedding business goals do not stick, why progress feels slower than it should, or why you keep starting over instead of building forward, this conversation will hit close to home.We are digging into what needs to change if you want to stop spinning your wheels and finally create wedding business goals that lead to consistent bookings and real growth.If you want to know how to book more weddings without burning yourself out and start following a wedding business plan that actually works, this episode is for you.Get all the links from this episode: http://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/341———I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.If wedding SEO feels confusing right now, you are not imagining it. Search is changing fast. AI is changing how couples find vendors and what used to work may not be enough to get you found on Google in 2026.So what actually matters now when it comes to wedding SEO and how do you get found by more engaged couples?In this episode, we are digging into what is really happening with search, how AI is influencing search, and what wedding professionals need to understand if they want to stay visible.We talk about how couples search today, what Google is rewarding now, and why SEO for wedding pros is not just about keywords anymore.If you want to get found on Google as a wedding vendor, understand how SEO for photographers and other wedding pros is evolving, and make smarter decisions about your website moving forward, this episode will give you clarity.Get all the links from this episode: http://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/340———I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.Are you still Advertising On The Knot and WeddingWire because you are afraid to lose your reviews if you stop paying? You are not alone. So many wedding pros tell me they feel stuck. They are spending hundreds every month to advertise on The Knot or advertise on WeddingWire, but the leads are slow, the inquiries are cold, and they are starting to wonder if any of this is even worth it.If you have ever asked yourself is WeddingWire worth it or felt pressure to keep paying just to keep your hard earned reviews visible, this episode is for you.Today we are looking at what is really going on behind that fear and how directories use your reviews to keep you on the hook. Before you make another payment, you need to hear this.If you want to make smarter decisions about your marketing and get clear on whether these platforms should still have a place in your strategy, you are in the right place.Tune in and let’s talk about what is really happening when you feel trapped by directory advertising.Get all the links from this episode: http://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/339———I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

Get the Black Friday Deals here: https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/blackfriday Black Friday is one of the biggest opportunities of the year for wedding pros, but it can also feel overwhelming. Everywhere you look, there are deals, deadlines, and pressure to buy things you may not even need.The good news is you do not have to guess which offers are worth your time. In this episode, I am breaking down the top Black Friday 2025 deals for wedding pros that can actually help you book more weddings, save time, and simplify your business.Whether you want better systems, stronger marketing, or tools that make your life easier, these are the offers that will truly move the needle for you. No fluff. No noise. Just the five deals you do not want to miss.If you want to hit the ground running in 2026 and make smart choices instead of impulse buys, this episode is for you.Get the Black Friday Deals here: https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/blackfriday I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Check out my Black Friday 5 Days Of Deals!Are you tired of buying courses, memberships, or coaching programs for your wedding business that never seem to move the needle? You are definitely not the only one. So many wedding pros feel pressured to keep investing in new strategies and new trainings because it seems like everyone else knows something they do not.But here is the truth. Most wedding pros are not struggling because they need more education. They are struggling because they are choosing the wrong kind of education for the stage of business they are actually in.In this episode, we are taking a clear and realistic look at wedding business coaching and education. You will hear why so many investments feel disappointing, how to avoid wasting money, and what to look for so you choose support that actually leads to more bookings and more confidence in your business.If you have ever wondered why an investment did not work out the way you hoped or how to choose the right kind of help moving forward, this episode will give you the clarity you need.You'll also learn about my upcoming Black Friday deals and how you can make the most of them and get the max ROI possible!Get all the links from this episode: http://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/337———I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.Are you feeling drained, uninspired, or stretched too thin in your wedding business? You’re not alone. Burnout is becoming more common in the wedding industry, and it’s taking a serious toll on talented professionals who love what they do but can’t keep up with the constant demands.In this episode, I’m joined by Tirzah Caffee, a 30-year veteran of the wedding industry and host of the Venue Success Podcast, to talk about something we don’t discuss nearly enough, wedding industry burnout. We’re digging into the real signs of burnout in the wedding industry, what leads to it, and how to stop it before it derails your business and your life.You’ll hear practical strategies for avoiding burnout as a wedding professional, ways to set boundaries with clients and vendors, and how to recover if you’re already deep in wedding vendor burnout. Tirzah’s perspective is honest, compassionate, and filled with wisdom from decades in the industry.If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing your spark, this conversation will help you get it back and build a more sustainable business that supports your wellbeing as much as your success.Shownotes: https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/336I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.Are you frustrated with the results you’re getting from advertising on The Knot or WeddingWire? You’re not alone. Many wedding professionals are rethinking these platforms after realizing the cost of advertising on The Knot doesn’t always match the quality of leads they receive.In this episode, we’re diving into why so many wedding pros want to quit advertising on The Knot and WeddingWire but feel stuck continuing to pay for listings that aren’t working. We’ll talk about what’s really happening behind the scenes, how to measure whether advertising with The Knot is still worth it for your business, and smarter ways to attract couples who are ready to book.If you’ve ever wondered “is WeddingWire worth it?” or felt trapped by these vendor platforms, this episode will help you decide what to do next and show you how to build a marketing strategy that doesn’t rely on directories at all.Shownotes: https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/335I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.You’re not alone. So many wedding pros feel stuck in “learning mode,” convinced they need to complete every course or certification before they can really make progress. But that belief is quietly keeping you from growing.In this episode, we’re talking about why finishing every course isn’t the key to success, and what actually moves the needle when it comes to booking more clients and building a business you love.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the things you should be doing to grow your wedding business, this episode will help you shift your focus to what really matters and start seeing results right now.Shownotes: https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/334I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔

👉 Want to finally break free from The Knot and WeddingWire without losing leads? Save your seat for this free training.Are you tired of feeling like networking in the wedding industry is just another thing draining your time and energy?You’re not alone. So many wedding pros know they should be networking, but the constant meetups, endless DMs, and awkward introductions often lead to burnout instead of bookings.The good news? Building real connections in the wedding industry doesn’t have to feel exhausting. When you focus on genuine relationship-building instead of forced networking, you’ll start creating partnerships that actually bring you clients and referrals.In this episode, we’re diving into how to make wedding industry networking simple, sustainable, and effective, so you can grow your business without adding more to your plate.If you’ve ever wondered how to connect with vendors and venues in a way that feels natural (and actually leads to more bookings), this episode is for you.Shownotes: https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/333I’m hosting a free live class called Break Up With The Knot & WeddingWire (Without Losing Leads) and you're invited!We’ll talk about why those listings stopped working, what’s actually getting results right now, and how to build a marketing plan that gives you back control.Grab your free seat at evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/breakup———Find Heidi: Instagram (send a DM!) The Wedding Business Collective 🩵 (get your first month for $1) Ghosted Lead Booking Wizard 👻 Wedding Business Shop 🛍️ Free Training: Break Up With WeddingWire + The Knot Without Losing Leads 💔 Free Audio Training: Inside Profitable Six-Figure Wedding Businesses: What They Do That You Don’t (So You Can Grow & Scale Too) 👀 Case Study: Wedding Planner Marketing That Works – How Katie Sautter Booked 15 Weddings in Her First Year 🔍 The Knot & WeddingWire: Are They Worth It For Wedding Vendors?🤔