It is common knowledge that pageants are won--or lost--in the interview. Winners show a combination of intelligence, charm, poise personality and confidence that has been the deciding factor in the selection of national titleholders for many years. Many pageants have been won by contestants simply by their interview techniques, both in the private judges interviews and on stage introductions.
So, just what makes you stand out in this crucial competition and how can a contestant develop these qualities? Pageant interviewing is a skill that can be mastered by any girl/boy that are willing to work to improve his/her performance. Most importantly you must manage nervousness and the unexpected with grace. Facing those panel of judges could is a nerve wracking experience to most young girls/boys. You have only a few minutes to win the judges panel.The pressures of competition can be especially tough on contestants' confidence. A lot of young boys/girls go into pageants and they are so intense because they want to do well, but they're so nervous that it affects their performance.The most effective way to conquer such point-losing behaviour is to prepare beforehand. An interview can be very intimidating. Especially when a panel of judges are sitting on the other side of the table and you are all by yourself. By preparing well you shouldn’t have a problem handling nervousness. Keep in mind that those judges are real people. Like anybody else, they also have flaws, feelings and nerves. When sitting in front of a panel of judges in an interview try imagining them in a funny situation. Remember to relax and treat the judges as you would with normal people. Its just a conversation with people who also make mistakes. This will be your one moment in the spotlight. Have fun. Keep your mental attitude right and it wont be that stressful at all.
In any competition the unexpected can happen: You could forget a move, a contestant could trip walking down the ramp or at worst knocks over the microphone. Remember that nothing is so bad that it cant be handles with poise. Turn the situation into your favor with humor, honesty and wit. Keep your composure and handle it in a down to earth relaxed way. The opportunity to let the panel see your qualities should be an enjoyable experience. Judges wants to see contestants present themselves at their best. The most relaxed contestants are those that are very well prepared and are ready to answer any question with honesty and wit. Practice and preparation gives you perfection and a strong performance.
Friday, May 2, 2008
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