She's 1st Runner Up...AGAIN!: How to Help Your Daughter Break the Runner-up Curse

I once had a chance to speak with a very sweet lady whose daughter had just won her first state title. The very interesting thing about it was that she had been attempting this for thirteen years, and each year her daughter would place 1st or 2nd runner up to the crown. She mentioned the “always the bridesmaid, never the bride” adage. Don’t get me wrong, I was very excited for this mom and her daugher. But I couldn’t help but to think that if it were me, what I would have done in that situation.

If you’re caught in the cycle of runner-up-ing every year, then there may be something you can do to break the curse once and for all.

NAM Jr. Pre Teen Colorado Queen's Court
1. Platform. Make sure you have a strong platform that you have a true connection to. Judges are looking for a title-holder that is service oriented and will represent their system just as well as she’s representing a worthy cause.
2. Change it up. If you’re wearing generally the same style or color of gown or interview suit from year to year and repeatedly place just shy of the crown, it may be time to change it up. The same goes for your personal introduction and interview strategy. You know the definition of insanity, right!
3. Get a coach. A pageant coach may be just what you need to fine tune the things that you’re already doing so well! He/she will be able to give you tips and insights on what you can do to perform at your very best, and break the curse once and for all.
4. Stay positive. No matter what, never give up! There’s a plan for you, and it may never be revealed. However, if you keep pursuing, you will achieve your goal!

Eden G. was crowned 2016 Miss Colorado Jr. Pre Teen
First runner up may not be so bad in the long run. Think of it as a set up for a come-back! The first runner up in this video later went on to become Miss America!



Envision your reign.


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