Emma Approved

After the first failure in her career, Emma starts the year with a renewed attitude. But noticing Emma isn't bouncing back as well as she thinks she has, Alex enlists the help of Izzy, Emma's older sister, to get her out of her funk.

Wanting to make sure her instincts are right, Emma asks Harriet and Alex for their opinion on Izzy's situation. With no conclusive answers, Emma decides to take the direct approach.

Determined to solve the problem in her sister's marriage, Emma convinces Izzy to take matters into her own hands and present John with a foolproof plan. However, Emma's meddling creates more friction between the Knightleys.

After discovering her schemes, Alex confronts Emma about the conflict she caused in their siblings' marriage. Meanwhile, Izzy discovers where her true passion lies and Harriet starts an online music club.

Recovering at full speed, Emma enlists the help of Harriet to plan the next big party to meet prospective clients. Meanwhile, Alex convinces Emma to meet with Maddy Bates in order to make her life better.

After taking on Maddy Bates as her new client, Emma plans a high-profile benefit to introduce potential clientele to the Bates' financial service.

With the benefit over a week away, challenges arise as Emma and Harriet struggle to find a celebrity guest, venue, and cause. Could an unexpected guest be the answer to all of their problems?

Things begin to come together for Maddy's benefit: Emma finds a celebrity guest, Harriet nails down a location, and Frank Churchill helps out with last-minute details. Meanwhile, Alex reveals he may have a bit of a jealous side.

Emma is in for a surprise when a former client re-enters her life with his new fiancée. Despite her misgivings, Emma agrees to plan their upcoming engagement party.

Frustrations escalate as Emma begins planning the Eltons' engagement party. Caroline tests Emma with her high demands, and Alex points out their striking similarities.

Emma insists she and Caroline are different, especially after Caroline gets a chef fired. Meanwhile, Alex encourages Harriet to believe in herself.

Senator Elton tries to exclude Harriet from the party, but Alex asks her to be his date. Meanwhile, Emma decides to shift her focus to bettering the planet and Alex suggests recruiting Jane Fairfax.