Is Going Viral Hurting Your Wedding Business? Here’s What to Focus On Instead

Think going viral will bring in more wedding clients? Think again.

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Taylor and Kelley debunk the myth that viral content equals more bookings and explain why focusing on curated, strategic social media is the key to long-term success.

They share real stories from wedding professionals who had viral videos with millions of views but zero bookings, and discuss how luxury clients actually find and book their vendors.

If you're a wedding photographer or videographer looking to use social media the right way, attract high-end clients, and grow your business without chasing views, this episode is for you.

In thiz episode, we cover:
✔️ Why going viral won’t necessarily bring in more bookings
✔️ The difference between social media followers vs. paying clients
✔️ How wedding professionals should use Instagram to build trust & credibility
✔️ Why relationship-building is more effective than viral trends
✔️ The types of posts that attract high-end clients (and what to avoid)
✔️ How to curate your Instagram like a portfolio instead of a highlight reel
✔️ Why luxury clients aren’t looking for their vendors on viral reels or TikToks

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Timestamps:

00:00 – 03:00 | Introduction
03:01 – 10:00 | The Viral Myth: Why More Views Don’t Equal More Bookings
10:01 – 16:00 | Real Stories from Wedding Professionals Who Went Viral
16:01 – 20:00 | The Right Way to Use Instagram for Business Growth
20:01 – 22:00 | Final Thoughts

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