How do I prepare for Pageant Interview?

Q.  How do I prepare for a pageant interview?

 A. Know yourself and be very familiar with what you put on your application because that is where the judges will begin. Prepare a 30 second personal introduction that clearly states who you are, what you stand for and how you contribute to your community.  Educate yourself on the cause you plan to promote during your reign as well as the pageant system that you seek to represent.  Find out how long the pageant system has existed, the names of notable or famous participants, and the impact the organization has made in the community, the nation and the world. 

Keep a notebook with you and write down questions you think a judge might ask related to important local and world events and also news related to your “cause.”  Learn the names of key government leaders and your basic rights under the United States Constitution. Write down a response to those anticipated questions that you can convey in 30 seconds or less. Give more than just a one word answer.  Evaluate your grammar, word choice and vocabulary.

Practice answering questions in the mirror, while cooking or cleaning, and with family and friends.  Ask a mentor or someone you really trust and respect to conduct a mock interview with you.  Let them know you want honest feedback.  Take your time, talk with a smile and use a low calming tone. 

Finally, practice listening and responding to the question asked.  No rambling!

You can do this!  All things are possible with God!  Matthew 19:26