By Megan Miranda These days, blogging is an important part of every business; this is especially true for those in the wedding industry. Blogs allow you to engage followers and promote your work. Whether you are just getting started blogging for your wedding business or you are a seasoned pro, make sure you aren’t making these seven blogging mistakes! 1.

There’s a lot they don’t tell you about being a wedding professional. And when you start up your new wedding business, you’re going to hear a lot of…well, bullshit from your family and friends.  You’ll be facing the common, painful stereotypes. Check out these myths for starters… #1 – You’ll only work on weekends. Ha!  I wish. Sure, most weddings

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