Win A Pageant® | Professional Pageant Coaching with Alycia Darby

I'm gushing at the seams from how proud I am of the women in the Pageant Interview Game Plan. They are so dedicated to their success and by their success' I don't just mean them winning the pageant, but influencing their community in such a powerful way. The Pageant Interview Game Plan is an online course that consists of 4 modules: Set Your Foundation, Plan Your Answers, Prepare to Dazzle, and Game Day: Showtime! These are the four steps that must be followed to nail your pageant interview. Each module is broken up into individual lessons that have homework for each one to get you further down the path to success. It's designed to allow you to finish one module every week. When you join, you have on-going access to it, so there's really no time limit except for when you have to compete, of course! It comes with a Play Book that serves as a guide to get to know yourself, clarify your mission, research what the pageant is looking for, determine your stance on controversial issues, and tons of stuff that will transport you easily from confusion to clarity. It also comes with access to a private group on Facebook that is only open to members of the course. This is where I get to see all the magic happening! Every week day, I jump into the Facebook Group and get to answer questions to help my students excel in the program. And, boy-oh-boy are they taking advantage of this personal coaching opportunity! In this episode, I share some of what is happening in there so you could see if this is a community that may help you with your pageant interview. You can get all the details about the program at Interview.WinAPageant.com. I'd love to be your teacher, mentor, and coach to guide you toward a successful pageant interview. If you know you're ready to make it happen, join us! Go to Interview.WinAPageant.com I'll see you in the Game Plan! Here's that link again: http://Interview.WinAPageant.com © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Politics are a scary topic in pageantry, mostly because we don't know exactly how we should be responding to these questions. I wish I could tell you there was a sure-fire way to answer ANY question and win. There's not. It's all a delicate dance. No matter what, you have to deliver your answer with certainty in what you're saying. In this episode, I give you three simple steps to answer questions confidently no matter what your opinion is. Additional Trainings for Pageant Interview: https://winapageant.com/79 >> How to Lead Your Pageant Interview https://winapageant.com/80 >> Where to Start When Answering Controversial Pageant Questions https://winapageant.com/73 >> How to Show the Judges You're Ready to Win Your Pageant https://winapageant.com/74 >> 4 Pageant Interview Myths and How to Avoid Them https://winapageant.com/75 >> 3 Ways to Stand Out So Your Pageant Judges Notice You https://winapageant.com/76 >> 5 Real Reasons Judges Judge Pageants Details and free resources to win your pageant: http://winapageant.com For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Controversial questions are the most dreaded of all, sometimes pageant contestants tend to believe that the judges are looking for you to answer the way they would answer so you share their opinion. But honestly, I already know you know that isn't true. Yet, I'd bet you still pray that you are never publicly asked how you feel about gay marriage or abortion especially in the case of rape. That's not what I want for you. Instead, my goal for you is that you WILL be asked these types of questions so that you are given the power to impact people and speak hope, joy, and life into everyone you meet! I'm going to give you the simple elixir to these worries of public humiliation and the catch-22 of controversy. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

As a teen and young adult we are surrounded by people telling us what to do, setting boundaries, creating standards and delivering prompts we respond to. Our teachers lead us in school, our parents lead us at home, there's an RA with rules for the dorms, Coach who sets up the drills for practice and the Pageant Director that tells us where to be and when all week. It's no surprise then that when you walk into your interview, you're expecting the judges to lead you through that process. Please don't. This is where it all goes wrong. The judges are not the leaders of the interview room. They are looking for the leader and if you expect them to lead you will not be seen as their leader, but rather just another sheep in the herd. In this episode, I'm going to teach you 2 qualities of leadership that you can employ in your interview room to maintain control and lead your interview. Join us for the Live Master Class On October 29, 2016: https://interview.winapageant.com For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, we address the difference between ability to have what we want and willingness to go and get it! Able is having access to the resources to achieve what is great. It's like when you are able to walk. That doesn't mean you're never gonna sit, but you are able to walk if you are willing. Willing is the desire to take action in one direction by leaving the comfort of another. Ability is being able to walk. Willingness is standing up from your comfortable couch. This is how some people live their whole lives...waiting around for opportunities to come to them rather than reaching out and taking them. If it were easy, everyone would be doing it. In this episode, I break it down into a simple process. Doing the work is going to be the hardest part. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

I want to make you sound like a true celebrity! Not that you're not, it's just that sometimes when you write a boring bio and someone reads it from stage, you sound sort of boring. In this episode, I'm going to teach you how to write an epic pageant bio that makes you sound like the celeb you are! For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

When I was competing... I always felt like judges were out to get me. And then, I judged my first pageant and my perspective totally changed. I've since judged tons of pageants and the experience helped me see that the judges are really FOR you, not against you. In this episode, I want to break down for you 5 Real Reasons that judges want to be on a judging panel and I hope this gives you the insight you need to relax and do your part to showcase your best self for them. For more training on Pageant Interview, visit http://interview.winapageant.com For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

You know that Pageant Interview is THE most important part of your pageant. You have to nail your interview to win your pageant. I want to invite you to the FREE Master Class that's happening online over Facebook this week. It's a full-hour training where we'll talk all about Pageant Interview You'll learn: The 4 steps to gain confidence for Pageant Interview How to deeply connect with your Judges and I'll introduce my brand new course all called the Pageant Interview Game Plan, which is like the Mac-Daddy of Interview preparation I created a workbook for you to download that will serve as your guide when we go through the Master Class. Get the workbook and all the details of about the Master Class at Interview.WinAPageant.com You'll enter your name and email and I'll email you the workbook. Bring your workbook and a pen to the Master Class and be ready to learn! You know, I always give you more than you pay for and I can't wait to blow your mind with this Pageant Interview Master Class – I'll see you in class. © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

When you're competing in a pageant with more than 10 contestants, it's likely that so many of the women have the top 5 characteristics that naturally prepare them to stand out in their interview. It isn't enough to just have those 5 characteristics - you have to have a strategy to ensure you'll stand out among the top 10% to win your pageant. In this episode, I'm going to break down 3 specific ways you can get the judges to notice you no matter how many contestants there are. More Pageant interview Training at: http://interview.winapageant.com For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Pageant women don't have the luxury of throwing away a single SECOND of the interview they are so short so you have to maximize every moment. If you've ever done a pageant interview before, you know that scary feeling of not knowing what the judges are thinking or how you did until finals (Ugh! The worst, right?). In my experience, I've found that 4 major myths are to blame for that awful pit-of-the-stomach feeling that you get before your interview that leads to no crown at all. I'm going to debunk those myths for you, and show you how to replace them with truly effective strategies that will actually reward your hard work and have you blowing kisses from stage in your new pageant crown. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Did anyone ever tell you to use your interview to let the judges know that you are truly ready for the win? Just because you are competing doesn't mean you're really ready for it. A judge doesn't want to choose someone that isn't truly ready to take on the responsibility of the year. Specifically, your judges want a woman who has a clear goal, who takes action consistently toward her goal, and has a plan to collaborate with the pageant title to further achieve that goal. In this episode, I'll teach you have to show your judges you're ready to win! For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Competing in pageants for 10 years prepared me so much for my wedding last month. As it turns out, these two big days weddings and pageants are similar in so many ways! What goes into a wedding, from the planning to the emotional rollercoaster is an incredible training ground for pageantry. So, whether you are planning your wedding or planning a competition, this episode will help you identify some elements of importance and give you permission to let go of the stuff that doesn't truly matter. Seriously, people. In this episode, I break down the top 10 skills you learn at your wedding to prepare you for your pageant.... Or vice-versa. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In pageant land, it' s long been thought that being contestant number 1 will surely result in a loss. There is some true to that argument, but there are 3 additional sides to the argument of which contestant number should I choose if given the option. In today' s episode, I' ll talk all about the best way to choose your contestant number how you can apply each to help you choose your contestant number. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In today's episode, we're going to discuss how to calculate the actual value of your pageant prize package. Some women end up winning pageants and then are shocked to discover the prize package is rather sparse and the title is more trouble than it's worth. Once you've calculated the true value of the prize package to you at this moment in your life, you'll be able to make a wiser decision about how to prepare and budget in order to win. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

One of the common misconceptions of winning a pageant is the idea that when you win a pageant, you'll be swept away into some fairytale land where you get a business manager, PR specialist and full glam team. The reason people believe this is because this is what happens in some pageants - namely Miss USA or Miss America. But, for most pageant winners, this is not the case. In fact, when you win your pageant you are actually expected to be the one to book your own appearances. Sometimes you are contractually obligated to do 2 or more per month, so this is a necessary skill long before you win the title. In this episode, I give you the 7 steps to book appearances like a true pageant professional! For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] Watch our wedding live at: Facebook.com/AlyciaDarby1 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

I'm sure you've seen a pageant girl with the 'deer in the headlights' syndrome. It's sad and awful for everyone including the woman in the spotlights! She doesn't even know she's doing it. If she did, don't you think she'd stop? Of course she would, and that's what I'm here for. To help you make sure for sure that isn't you! In this episode, I'll present the one thing that you need to do every time you step onto stage to avoid being the deer in pageant headlights. It's not complex, but it does take some practice. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

One of the greatest skills that pageant women learn is to convey memorized material in a way that feels new every time. It's a secret of actors, speakers, and media professionals. And it's a vital skill to win a pageant. Usually, when a woman attempts to memorize a speech, it generally loses emotional qualities that make it feel real, relatable, and engaging. One of my greatest pet-peeves, and that of every judge and pageant director and audience member... is a boring, monotone on stage introduction or answer to an on-stage question. It's painful to listen to, makes you pity the poor girl, and gets hideously low scores. I've heard so many well-written introductions that get wasted away with no emotion. In this episode, you'll learn how to add emotion into your introduction to help you memorize it without boring the audience, but rather spiking their attention. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, I'll teach you how to differentiate your platform from all other contestants by creating a unique stance of what you believe. If you go through the steps I outline in this episode, not only will you be able to write an essay that is totally unique and descriptive, but you'll also be able to explain how it's different from others to the media, your judges, and sponsors. It's fun to imagine how you can make an impact on the world by standing for what you believe. I call this the Perfect Pageant Platform Outline because it's simple, real, and will differentiate you from the competition. It consists of 5 questions. The answer to each question becomes a paragraph in your essay. Depending on length, you may combine some of the paragraphs, but you should still have 5 distinct parts in this order. I'll give you all 5 questions and then we'll unpack each one. Additional Training for Platform: http://winapageant.com/23 - Your Legacy Project is Your Ticket to Winning For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

The final question usually makes women nervous because in most pageants it separates the winner from the others in the top 5. In this episode, I'm going to share with you my top three tips for answering the final question at your pageant. I've done several training episodes on the specifics of answering your on-stage question, which I suggest you take a listen to as well. Today's episode is looks at the final question with a more holistic approach. Additional Trainings for On Stage Question: http://winapageant.com/23 - How to Write Your On Stage Intro http://winapageant.com/9 - On Stage Question Made Easy: No More Nerves! http://winapageant.com/6 - A Recipe for Story Telling For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In this episode I share some of the most important products that every pageant woman needs there are 15 total. The veterans who have been competing for years know all about these products. I break them down one by one to tell you how I've used them, too. Most of these products, you'll buy just once and use over the over again. You can buy them all on Amazon most of them are available for Prime members and if you bought them all at once, it'd cost less than $200 and you'd be set for a full year of appearances and competitions. In the show notes on the website, I'll include for you an image of each individual product and a link to the full list of products on Amazon to make it easy on you. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

As a pageant contestant, you know the importance of being memorable in your conversations, speeches, and especially your interview. The key to wow-ing your audience of listeners is to infuse certain elements into your conversation, interview, and public speeches that will leave a lasting impression and be memorable and valuable to the listeners. The skills I learned as a professionally trained public speaker in Los Angeles would've been so valuable to me as a 20-something-year-old pageant woman. I want to share these tips today, because the more memorable and valuable your speech is, the more invitations you'll receive and the higher the payment you can demand. In this episode, I want to share with you the 3 things you can infuse into every conversation you have to stand out, be memorable, and provide immense value. For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Vision drives action. Action becomes habit. Habits lead to success. Without vision your actions are all over the place, running to the left and right, chasing the next shining thing, instead of staying the course toward the end goal...the ultimate vision...your big pageant success! You've heard the Proverb that says, "Without vision the people perish." Well, without vision, a pageant girl loses. When you have a vision, you can inspire people around you to join your movement. You can clearly communicate your goals and how you'll help others. You can confidently express your passion and people will want to be a part of what you're creating! Every successful pageant woman has a vision. You need one too! In this episode, I break down the 3 steps you'll take to create your vision and take action toward your success. Full details in the show notes at: http://WinAPageant.com/62 For details from this episode and more resources visit: http://WinAPageant.com Email the host at [email protected] © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Pageant girls know that packing for a pageant is no simple task. Every time we make a decision, we have to use a little piece of energy and willpower. The more decisions we make, the more energy we lose. During your pageant week, you can't afford to give up unnecessary energy on choosing which earrings to put with which shoes for which outfit. Or bothering with which outfit you meant for Thursday's adventure vs. the Friday's outing after interview. This stuff is important, you just need to take care of it before you leave for pageant week. In this episode, I'm going to break down the 7 steps of packing like a professional for your pageant, and I'll give a few pro tips to make it even easier. http://winapageant.com/61 Get the full show notes of this episode and more resources to win your pageant at: WinAPageant.com © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

If you've been losing more than winning, you know what I mean about being in a Pageant Rut. Its awful. Its when you feel like you're spinning your wheels, paralyzed by over-analyzing and trying to make sense of things that don't matter, or falling into the same bad habits you've always had because you don't know how to change it. Ugh...you need to leap out of that rut before you die there! In this episode, I give you a 4-step path to quickly get out of a pageant rut so you can actually start winning and feeling fabulous! Details on the show notes at: http://winapageant.com/60 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Why is it that women don't take impressive action to win pageants? Because, it's not seen as important. In this episode, I unpack the 3 reasons that Pageants are seen as unimportant and how to shift your mindset to prioritize pageantry in your life. I also offer a Free Strategy Call ($100 value) for the women ready to take action. You can sign up at: http://winapageant.com/strategycall © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Procrastination is defined as the avoidance of doing a task, which needs to be done, usually by doing more pleasurable or less urgent tasks thus putting off important tasks to a later time. Procrastination is caused by several things including pure laziness or low self-esteem, overwhelm, lack of clear direction, or an undefined vision of the end result. Motivation, self-esteem, clear direction and vision are all linked together. In pageantry, or any other quest for massive success, this is called a Strategy. When you have a strategy of how to get to where you're going, you're focus is not distracted, it's laser-sharp, because you see the ultimate vision and it makes you salivate for success! In this episode, I break down the 5 steps to clear your mind of clutter and get out of the hamster wheel of procrastination so you can finally win your pageant. All links and show notes at: http://winapageant.com/58 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Most people (90%) are average in life and in pageants. That'swhy it's such an honor to place in the Top 5 of 50 contestants.I've coached thousands of women all across the US in every majorpageant system, and the ones that end up in the top 10% are thedo-ers, not the dreamers. Every single woman competing in a pageanthas a dream – she believes she can make it to the top! She feelsalive when she envisions herself winning the title! She'spassionate and excited! But only 10% of women competing (who alsohave the dream, by the way), are do-ers. Only 10% of these womentake consistent and committed action toward their goal. The top 5are an elite group of action-takers that will likely be successfulno matter what they attempt to accomplish. Why? Because they aren'tafraid of what they don't know. In this episode, I'm going to share with you how to overcome thefear of the unknown and create a strategy for your pageant successthat will get you into the top 10% of elite pageant women. Sign up for your FREE Strategy Call at: http://WinAPageant.com/StrategyCall © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In today's episode I want to share with you a key to success. It's simple, but it is not easy. It's called Action. Taking action is the number one thing that separates the good from the excellent – all the people with amazing ideas from those with amazing results. Taking actions means using the knowledge that you're gaining from teachers, coaches, books, life wisdom…even this podcast…and allowing it to flow through your strengths and your skills and take action to help others. People who don't take action, aren't releasing their knowledge into the world. Imagine a running creek of water that is constantly refreshed, taking in new information and sharing it on down the road. If nothing is flowing through you, you're either a swampland or a flood. If you aren't gaining anything new to pass along, you're swampy. If you are only gaining new information and not taking action to let it flow through your, you're flooding. Other people can tell if you're swampy or flooding and no one wants to hire someone that is seen as swampy or flooding – not even pageant judges. In this episode, I'll share with you the 3 simple steps to take action to achieve your big goals! Full Show Notes: http://WinAPageant.com/56 Please leave a Review: http://WinAPageant.com/iTunes Email Alycia: [email protected] Start Here: http://FreePageantCourse.com © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Before my client commits to a pageant, I always recommend that she talk with former titleholders to best understand her experience from her perspective. With multiple perspectives, you get a stronger view of whether or not this pageant would be a good fit for you. I did this the first time I competed in a state pageant and I learned a TON – nothing that scared me away from the pageant, but every piece of insight and advice set me up for success in my competition. Of course, any time you are asking for anything, even advice, from a former titleholder, you have to approach it with grace and respect. In this episode, I'll give you a list of what to do and what not to do when approaching a former titleholder of your pageant. http://winapageant.com/55 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Today's episode is going to be a little different. I get a lot of questions over email and social media. Quick questions that have a pretty short and to-the-point answer. I always respond to anyone who messages or emails me - so please don't be shy if you have a question. Email [email protected] A few weeks ago, I posted some answers to your questions on YouTube, and I wanted to make sure you got the answers here, too. These are really great questions - most of them are about wardrobe choices for various phases of competition, and there's one whammy one at the end about current events. Pageant Questions that are answered in this episode: What are the best colors for interview outfits? Do I have to get the nude 'tippy top' shoes for swimsuit? Does it matter if I wear shiny or dull (matte) shoes for interview? Is it okay to have my evening gown not quite touch the floor? If I'm competing in the same pageant two years in a row, can I wear the same dress, fun fashion, swimwear, etc? Do I have to get hair extensions? What kind of make-up should I use? What are good snacks to have backstage during my pageant? How can I avoid/treat blisters at the pageant? Other than watching the news, are there any great resources for catching up on current events? For more pageant coaching and free resources, go to WinAPageant.com © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Most women learn pageant etiquette as they go through the process of pageantry, generally because someone else does something that they really respect or they do something that everyone else disrespects…and points it out! This has happened to me, I'm sure it's happened to you because it happens to all of us. Do not fret – if you pay attention to today's episode, I'll save you a lot of embarrassment. This episode uncovers some Pageant Etiquette, which is vital to maintaining your reputation in the pageant industry. Fill Out the Pageant Interview Questionnaire at: http://WinAPageant.com/53 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

When I judge a pageant, I always have a list of suggestions for each contestant in hopes she cares enough to ask. But sometimes, pageant women feel too embarrassed or like they're stepping out of line asking for feedback. In today's episode, I'm going to teach you two specific ways to get valuable feedback from your pageant judges after the pageant. These approaches have helped me to get feedback from judges in person, via email, over the phone. Fill Out the Pageant Interview Questionnaire at: http://WinAPageant.com/52 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In episode 50, we discussed HOW to resell your used pageant wardrobe. In today's episode, I'll give you a break-down WHERE to sell your wardrobe and give you insight to all the best websites to make it easy on you. The main things to consider when choosing a site to sell from are: Fee to list and sell Size of audience Insurance/Guarantee Ease of use Readiness to ship To get a list of the best Websites and Facebook Groups, visit http://winapageant.com/51 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

The best time to capitalize on pageant resale – whether you're buying or selling – is when pageant season is in full swing – that's NOW spring and summer. So, in today's episode, I'm gonna break down the best way to re-sell your used pageant wardrobe so you can sell it fast and for a fair price without having to basically give it away – although, I have a note for you about that too. We'll cover knowing your customer, how to showcase it best, how to price your item, and how to ship it with grace. Catch the show notes at: WinAPageant.com/50 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Every pageant titleholder has to have autograph cards, not just as a give-away at kid's events. The autograph cards are vital marketing pieces for your year and must be created with that in mind. In this episode, I break down what to include on your autograph cards (front and back) and how to create and print them without hiring an expensive printing shop. You can see the example at http://www.WinAPageant.com/49 © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Just like a celebrity or professional athlete, you need a platform – even if your pageant doesn't require it. A lot of girls think they don't need it because it's not a requirement, but without it, you are defeated before you even begin. A platform is what gets you appearances, media coverage, and celeb-status! It has to be connected to your brand, with a strong marketing plan and a powerful legacy project. In this episode, I give you the 6 building blocks needed to create an awesomely powerful platform! Powerful platforms are my specialty – I've helped women publish books, get sponsored Youtube channels, and partner with major corporations. If you're a do-er (not a dreamer), ready to make your big-vision platform a reality, email me at [email protected] to learn about how I can help. © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Your farewell speech is sort of your final impression. It's your opportunity to show gratitude to your team and final moment to inspire others and leave a legacy….It's what you want your fans and supporters to remember of your reign. It's important to make it humble, yet full of personality, gratitude, and inspiration. Plus, most women will continue to compete in this pageant system or others, so it's extra-vital that you don't sound flippant or ungrateful to the pageant community. Also, I don't want your farewell to be the one that everyone goes to the bathroom during or yawns and whispers through. In this episode, I'll break down the 5 main components of your Farewell in a beautiful outline, plus I'll share some specific advice on how to record it so you sound magnificent! © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Many pageants invite the contestants to prepare a brief opening statement or a closing statement that is presented during your interview, as an on-stage introduction, or in your on-stage question portion. This is an incredibly important part of your competition and you have to know how to prepare for it so you can start and end strong. Since you have time to prepare for this, the judges will expect you to have full control in this moment to help them really understand you in a very short amount of time. I best way to prepare for writing your statement is to consider the highlights of 3 snapshots in time: your past, your present, and your future. In this episode, I unpack each of these and help you create an awesome intro for your upcoming pageant! © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Orientation is a sea of judgment. It's exciting and equally nerve-wracking. All the would-be titleholders showing up with their best foot forward to prove themselves as the winner. In this episode, I'll teach you how to show up to your orientation as the actual winner. I want my girls mistaken for the reigning titleholder because this is the first impression you'll give to the pageant director and to the other girls. You want to be sure it is accurate, inviting, and respectable. I'll give you 4 steps to prepare you to be the "It" girl, the girl-to-beat, the "is that last year's winner?" girl at your pageant orientation. © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Q&A for Pageant Contestants! BECOME A MEMBER: http://www.TheArtOfPageantry.com Timestamp for Each Question: [1:54] - If I have a quirky or weird talent, should I put it on my judge's bio/fact sheet? [3:54] - Do I have to hire someone to do my hair and make up? [5:52] - What is the best self-tanner available? [7:08] - How is a one-on-one interview different from a panel interview and should a contestant prepare any differently? [10:00] - Do I have to dress up for rehearsals? [11:53] - What if there's a fellow contestant doing something or acting a certain way that I know the pageant system does not support? [14:17] - Should I give the directors a gift when I go to compete at the pageant? [16:38] - Should I have my cell phone backstage with me? [18:49] - What is considered to be "in style" for evening gowns? [21:50] - Do I need to hire a coach in order to have an "edge" on my competition? Let's Win A Pageant! © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, I'm discussing how to dress like a true pageant queen. It's simple, but not so easy. It comes down to what you have in your closet. And if you're listening, you need to update your closet. As you grow (up, old, into yourself), you have new priorities, responsibilities, and personality! Whether you like it or not, you're judged by your appearance and every woman knows that what you wear has a lot to do with how you feel. If you are still holding onto things that no longer represent the new you (or the best you), then you are doing yourself a disservice, and others will know it too. I really love this process because it lets me take a fresh look at who I am and how I want to present who I am to others that don't know me. And it doesn't need to be difficult. I broke my process into 7 steps that I'll share with you in this episode. © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

After every pageant, the women that don't win have similar reactions, excuses, and reasons for why they weren't really suited to win. In this episode, I break down the actual reasons women lose pageants (it's usually 1 of 3 or some combination). Plus, I teach you how you can avoid these so you can win. © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Every pageant winner has these 3 specific things. In this episode, I'll teach you what they are and how to get 'em! © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, I break down the zillions of benefits you'll gain from competing in a pageant. They fit into these 5 categories: Social, Professional, Personal, Financial, Health. This is a great episode to help explain to someone (you mom, your boss, your boyfriend, yourself) how competing in a pageant can help you succeed in life! © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

This episode gives you a breakdown of what makes a pageant a pageant. I discuss some of the lingo of pageantry so you know the difference between systems, divisions and other confusing pageant lingo. Plus, I share with you some pageant history that is great for trivia games and the off-the-wall pageant interview questions. © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

This is YOUR year - Make it amazing! Happy New Year! Cheers, Alycia © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2016 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

This is one of the biggest misconceptions: that you have to win to achieve success. The truth is the winners are already achieving success….and that's why they win. To set yourself up for success, you have to commit to growth, happiness, and success. That's what the Year of You is really all about. The beauty of dedicating the full year to…you, is that it becomes less about the outcome of a particular situation and more focus is put on the growth during the journey. Instead of being concerned with what you can't control, you shift your focus to what you can control. That's how women win pageants! Let me show you how in this episode. © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2015 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas from Argentina! Feliz Navidad! © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2015 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

In this episode, we're talking about the word "Grace" which is frequently used to describe pageant women as they glide across the stage or move like a ballet dancer. "She's so graceful." Socially, when someone 'gives someone grace' they essentially are looking past their flaws. Grace is giving someone something wonderful that they do not deserve. What does this have to do with pageantry? A TON! If you can cultivate grace and learn to express it on stage and in your interview, you'll be seen as love, truth, and hope. And if you are the only contestant oozing love, truth, and hope – who can stop you?! © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2015 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.

An evening gown is one of the favorite portions of pageantry for many audience members. What you choose to wear for your crowning moment is as important as what you'd wear to accept a Grammy. In this episode, I break down where to shop, how to prepare for shopping, what to bring to your gown appointment, and other important concepts related to your pageant evening gown. http://WinAPageant.com © Alycia Darby Zimnoch 2015 Win A Pageant All Rights Reserved.