Envision Your Reign

NAM National Finalist Blayne Brown In a previous article I wrote about using SMART goals to jumpstart your pageant journey.  Some contestants may find it easier to set goals that are specific, and time bound, but may be challenged to set measurable, realistic and attainable ones.  Here are some suggestions: Quantify using scores. Set your goals according to your pageant system’s scoring rubric to make your goals measurable.  You should also use placements as a marker.  Top ten, runner up, first place. Use your previous performance  as a starting point . If you participated in a pageant last year, dig up those scores and use them as a baseline to set this year’s goal.  For example, if you scored an 8.2 out of a 9 on your interview, your new goal could be to score and 8.6.  This is realistically attainable. With hard work and dedication and just a little more practice or coaching, you should be able to attain that goal.  On the other hand, let’s say you scored a 5.

NAM State Finalist Bria Jones before her winning interview Write out print out a list of interview questions. Cut them up into strips and place them in a container like a shoe box.  Place it next to your bed.  Each night pick out one question.  Read it and answer it aloud as if you were in front of the judges.  Repeat this process every night until your pageant to gain the confidence you need to win! Photo provided by NAM State Finalist Natalia Davalillo Envision your reign.