Question 1

Are you an insured business and do you guarantee your work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I have public liability insurance that is provided through my membership to the Australian Federation of Civil Celebrants.  I guarantee you will be happy with your ceremony as you are also involved in the ceremony process to ensure you are fully happy with your ceremony.

Question 2

How did you decide to get into your line of work?

Accepted Answer

I love weddings and special occasions and this is why I decided to study to become a Marriage Celebrant. I am a happily married woman with two young children and this line of work really suits my personality and lifestyle.

Question 3

What do you like most about your job?

Accepted Answer

I love working with couples to achieve the perfect ceremony for them, whether it be a wedding, naming day or vow renewal ceremony.

Question 4

What questions should a customer ask to hire the right service professional?

Accepted Answer

What is your experience and how many ceremonies have you officiated at? It is also important to ask about how your requests can best be met by your Celebrant.

Question 5

What questions do customers commonly ask and how would you answer them?

Accepted Answer

How much does your service cost and are you available on a specific date.  The cost depends on the size, location and length of the ceremony.  My best advice is to book your Celebrant as soon as you have settled on a date and venue.

Question 6

What makes you the most reliable and trustworthy person for the job?

Accepted Answer

I am a very organised, honest and trustworthy person!  I am also a married woman and have 2 children which teaches you in the best way to be organised!  I am very reliable as to which I am sure my husband, family and friends will agree with!

Question 7

Why should a customer hire you over another service provider?

Accepted Answer

I am a passionate Civil Celebrant who will work with you to create a very meaningful ceremony with a very personal touch!

Question 8

What are the typical things that you need to know before you can provide a quote to a customer?

Accepted Answer

The location of the ceremony, Number of guests at ceremony, the length of the ceremony that you require and your style of ceremony.

Question 9

How can a customer save money before you start the work? Please give 3 tips

Accepted Answer

You can have a lot of the details organised for your special day.  If you have any particular readings or poems selected that you would like to include in your ceremony this helps a lot!

Question 10

Are there any special offers you would like to offer to Oneflare customers?

Accepted Answer

I will give all Oneflare customers a $50 discount off my standard rate for another ceremony if they have used me as their Celebrant previously.

Question 11

What makes your pricing competitive?

Accepted Answer

I take into account the size and location of your ceremony and then try to give you the best possible price!

Question 12

How do you normally charge for your service?

Accepted Answer

Very reasonable rate and I take into consideration the location of the ceremony, size of the ceremony and the length of your ceremony.

Question 13

Is there a particular aspect of your trade or industry that you specialise in?

Accepted Answer

I am a Marriage Celebrant who specialises in Wedding Ceremonies, Naming Day Ceremonies and Vow Renewal Ceremonies. I am passionate about my industry and providing the best and most personable service for you.

Question 14

What experience, skills, qualifications or training do you have to make you the right person for the job?

Accepted Answer

Certificate IV in Celebrancy, Certificate III and II in Business Administration, Certificate III and II in Hospitality. I am a member of the Australian Federation of Civil Celebrants (AFCC). I have officiated 99 marriages as of June 2019 and officiated too at many Naming Days and Vow Renewal Ceremonies. I can officiate at Funerals upon request.

Kate McDonough Marriage Celebrant

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