Kailey Kirk has built a name for herself as one of Sydney’s most in-demand wedding planners and stylists, creating breathtaking events under Kailey Kirk Events and Weddings. But her journey wasn’t handed to her—she is completely self-made, rising from humble beginnings to becoming a force in the luxury wedding industry. In this episode, Kailey opens up about the reality of building a business from the ground up, the struggles and triumphs of the wedding world, and what it really takes to be a top-tier planner.
We dive into how she went from a single-parent household and housing commission to running a successful business, proving that success isn’t about where you start, but how relentless you are in chasing your vision. She shares her thoughts on the shift in wedding trends, how social media has impacted client expectations, and the unspoken pressures of the industry that most planners won’t talk about.
Kailey also reveals what couples get wrong when planning their wedding, the myths about working with a planner, and the one mistake brides keep making over and over again. We get into the evolving traditions of Macedonian weddings, the highs and lows of dealing with high-pressure clients, and the challenges of being a business owner in an industry that never stops.
This conversation is raw, insightful, and packed with behind-the-scenes truths about the world of weddings, business, and resilience.
Hosted by George John
Produced by Daniel John
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