The Pageant Gal Podcast

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  The 3 Ts the Top 1% of Pageant Women Do Differently 11.09.2026 18min

   The 3 Ts the Top 1% of Pageant Women Do DifferentlyIf you want to stop simply competing and start training to win, this episode is for you. Maria breaks down the three things the top 1% of pageant women understand about preparation, performance, and becoming the woman who can handle the crown.In this episode, we cover:Type: Choosing a pageant system that aligns with your personal brand and strengthsTimeline: Why the top competitors prepare 6–12 months outTransformation: Why winning requires more than checking off pageant-prep tasksHow to train your mind, body, identity, and energy to handle pressureWhy the goal isn't just to win one crown, but to become a woman who can win again and again✨ Resources + Ways to Work Apply for The Queen Collective where pageant women come to win, grow their platform, and become leaders creating global impact:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveShop on demand courses for pageant prep & brand growth: https://www.thepageantgal.com/programsDM me on Instagram your biggest takeaway from this episode:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgal
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  Become the Queen Before You Win the Crown with Marie Zoe Lapierre 28.08.2026 41min

  What if the biggest transformation of your pageant journey has nothing to do with the crown?In this episode, Maria sits down with Marie-Zoé, a microbiologist, scientist, podcast host, nonprofit leader, and Miss Canada 2026 First Runner-Up and People’s Choice winner, to talk about what happens when you stop preparing to become a titleholder and start showing up as one now. If you’re coming back to pageantry after a break, building a platform, or wondering how to handle the unexpected without losing yourself, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we cover:💛 Why pageant girls never really retire: and what brought Marie-Zoé back to the stage after several years away💛 Building your brand and platform **before** worrying about how you’ll present it on a pageant stage💛 How showing up as the woman you want to become can create opportunities you never expected💛 What to do when things go sideways: including having your pageant gown break just weeks before competition💛 Why your crown, your wardrobe, or your placement cannot determine your identity or your impactMeet Marie-ZoéMarie-Zoé is a French Canadian microbiologist, graduate student, podcast host, public speaker, and nonprofit leader from Quebec.After competing in Miss Canada in 2021, she returned to the pageant world in 2026 with a new platform: Balado Hors Labo (Outside the Lab Podcast). She went on to finish First Runner-Up and People’s Choice, while building a podcast that has opened doors to scientific conferences, media opportunities, nonprofit leadership, and so much more.✨ Resources + Ways to Work Together✨ Ascension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, Ontario💛 Let’s Connect! Send me a DM on Instagram and let me know your biggest takeaway from today’s conversation. I love hearing what speaks to you and cheering you on in your own journey.
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  The Top 1% of Pageant Women Do These 4 Things After the Crown 21.08.2026 22min

  If you know deep down that you are meant for more than just winning a crown, this episode is for you. Maria breaks down what separates the top 1% of pageant women, the women who do not let the pageant be the peak, but use it as a launchpad for a bigger life, bigger brand, and bigger opportunities.Because the crown is never the destination. It is about who you become while earning it and what you choose to create once you have it.In this episode, we cover:• Why the top 1% of pageant women have a bigger vision and bigger goals after the competition• How creating a strong daily routine helps you move through the post-pageant transition without losing your momentum• Why your personal brand is one of the most powerful assets you can build and how it gets you known, remembered, and paid• Why continuing to invest in yourself through mentorship, masterminds, retreats, and expansive rooms is essential for continued growth• How to stop treating the pageant as the goal and start using it as the vehicle to become the queen of your life✨ Resources + Ways to Work Together:Life After the Crown TrainingJoin Maria for Life After the Crown, where she teaches the three biggest components of building a personal brand that gets you known, remembered, and paid.https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/life-after-the-pageant)Apply for The Queen Collective:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveDM me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgal✨ Ascension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, Ontario💛 Let’s ConnectIf this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear about it!Send me a DM on Instagram and let me know your biggest takeaway from today’s conversation. I love hearing what speaks to you and cheering you on in your own journey.And remember your greatest transformation doesn’t happen after you win the crown. It happens in the woman you become while you’re earning it.Keep your chin up, crown on, and I’ll see you in the next episode.
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  How Aly Went from Shy Competitor to Best Interview Winner & Titleholder 07.08.2026 26min

  If you've ever questioned whether you're "confident enough" to compete or felt like you have so much potential but don't know how to bring it all together this episode is for you.Today, I'm sitting down with one of my incredible Queen Collective clients, Alexandra (Aly) Sanchez Ruiz, fresh off her win as Miss Elko County. We talk about the inner transformation that led to her crowning moment, how she found her voice, and why the biggest victory wasn't the title it was becoming the woman capable of earning it. in this episode, we cover: How Aly transformed from a shy competitor into a confident titleholderThe interview breakthrough that earned her the Best Interview AwardWhy building a platform rooted in your own story changes everythingThe power of mentorship, accountability, and community throughout your pageant journeyWhy your growth doesn't stop after you win the crownMeet Today's GuestAlexandra (Aly) Sanchez Ruiz is the newly crowned Miss Elko County, a social work graduate student, ballet dancer, and founder of Steps of Strength a platform that uses ballet to help build mental resilience and support mental health through movement. Her passion for service, storytelling, and personal growth is helping her make an impact far beyond the pageant stage.✨ Resources + Ways to Work Together:Apply for The Queen Collective:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveDM me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgal✨ Ascension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, OntarioFollow Aly: https://www.instagram.com/alexandrasanchezruiz.05/💛 Let's Connect If this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear about it!Send me a DM on Instagram and let me know your biggest takeaway from today's conversation. I love hearing what speaks to you and cheering you on in your own journey.And remember your greatest transformation doesn't happen after you win the crown. It happens in the woman you become while you're earning it.Keep your chin up, crown on, and I'll see you in the next episode.
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  Monumental Queen Retreat Recap: 4 Mindset Shifts Every Pageant Queen Needs 06.08.2026 32min

  What if winning the crown isn't actually the finish line?In this episode, Maria takes you behind the scenes of the Monumental Queen Retreat and shares the biggest lessons, breakthroughs, and mindset shifts that emerged from an unforgettable weekend with ambitious women from across North America.JOIN OUR NEXT RETREAT: Ascension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, OntarioFrom dreaming bigger to overcoming fear, you'll learn what separates women who stay stuck from women who create extraordinary results on and off the pageant stage.In this episode, we cover:• Why pageants are the vehicle—not the destination• How to stop playing small and start dreaming bigger• The power of being witnessed as you pursue your goals• How to move through fear and insecurity with confidence• Why consistency and commitment always outperform motivationResources:✨ Nail Your Pageant Interview ProgramLeave Your Legacy ProgramApply for The Queen CollectiveInstagram: thepageantgalIf this episode resonated with you, send Maria a DM and share your biggest takeaway.Remember: your title is only one chapter of your story. Dream bigger, lead boldly, and keep becoming the queen you're here to be.Chin up. Crown on.
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  6 Lessons from 6 Pageant Reigns: Part 1 06.08.2026 30min

  The biggest mistake I made during my very first reign and what I would do differently todayWhy every contestant should start planning their reign before they winHow building relationships and community opened incredible opportunities during my Miss Canada journeyThe power of creativity, adaptability, and innovation when life doesn't go according to planThree practical lessons you can apply immediately in your own pageant journeyFeatured Titles Discussed and The Key Lesson from Each Reign Shared:👑 Miss Tecumseh 2016👑 Miss Canada 2018👑 Royal International Miss Canada 2021✨ Ways to Work Together:Apply for The Queen Collective:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveAscension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, Ontario (send me a DM to apply)On Demand Courses: https://www.thepageantgal.com/programsDM me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgalAnd when you're ready, head over to Part 2 where I'll share the next three titles in my journey and the powerful lessons they taught me.
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  Client Case Study Emily: Building an unshakeable Mindset and growing her travelling journal while preparing for her international pageant 06.08.2026 33min

  Winning a pageant starts long before competition day, and it has everything to do with the woman you're becoming.In this episode, Maria sits down with Queen Collective member Emily Mast to talk about what really happens when you stop chasing perfection and start building unshakable confidence, leadership, and purpose. If you've been wondering whether coaching is worth the investment, struggling with comparison, or feeling like you're capable of more, this conversation will show you what's possible.How to overcome comparison and build unshakable confidenceWhy mindset work matters just as much as interview and runway prepThe power of accountability and community during pageant seasonHow Emily transformed her platform into a bigger mission and legacyWhy investing in yourself creates results that last far beyond the pageant stageEmily Mast is the current International United Miss Michigan and will be competing at the International United Miss 10th Anniversary Pageant. After taking time away from pageantry to recover from surgery and build a new chapter of life, Emily returned with a renewed purpose and shares how her mindset transformation has completely changed the way she approaches competition, leadership, and life.✨ Resources + Ways to Work Together:Apply for The Queen Collective:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveDM me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgal✨ Ascension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, OntarioIf this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear about it!Send me a DM on Instagram and let me know your biggest takeaway from today's conversation. I love hearing what speaks to you and cheering you on in your own journey.And remember—your greatest transformation doesn't happen after you win the crown. It happens in the woman you become while you're earning it.Keep your chin up, crown on, and I'll see you in the next episode.
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  How to build YouTube and your personal brand in pageantry 16.07.2026 17min

  Building your personal brand isn't something you wait to do after you win a title—it's the very thing that helps you stand out, create opportunities, and build a legacy that lasts long after the crown.In this episode, I'm sharing the #1 thing I wish I had done much sooner in my pageant journey, along with the five pillars of a powerful personal brand that will help you become unforgettable on stage, online, and beyond pageantry.The #1 thing I wish I had started sooner in my pageant journeyWhy building your personal brand is more important than ever in the age of AIThe five foundational elements every standout personal brand needsHow your story, message, unique edge, tone, and visual identity help you become unforgettableWhy building your brand now creates opportunities that extend far beyond your reign✨ Ways to Work Together:Apply for The Queen Collective:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveAscension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, Ontario (send me a DM to apply)On Demand Courses:https://www.thepageantgal.com/programsDM me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgalAnd remember, pageantry is just the beginning. The most successful queens don't just build a title—they build a brand. I can't wait to see what you create, and I'll see you in the next episode. 👑In this episode:
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  6 Lessons from 6 Pageant Reigns: Part 2 03.07.2026 33min

  Part 2 is here! After recently passing on my sixth pageant title, I'm taking you behind the scenes of the final three reigns that shaped who I am—not just as a queen, but as a coach, entrepreneur, and leader.From learning to say yes to bigger opportunities, to realizing you never have to be "done" competing, to finding gratitude when life doesn't go according to plan, these are the lessons that changed my pageant journey forever.Why your pageant title should be a catalyst for bigger opportunities—not the finish lineThe lesson my international title taught me about saying "yes" before you feel readyWhy you never have to be done competing, growing, or chasing your next dreamHow gratitude transformed one of the most challenging reigns of my lifeThe powerful lessons from my final three pageant reigns and how you can apply them to your own journey👑 Featured Titles Discussed and the Key Lesson from Each Reign:👑 Royal International Miss International Role Model 2021Say yes to the opportunities your title opens and make your pageant journey bigger than the crown itself.👑 Miss Regional Canada 2024You never have to be done. Keep learning, growing, and saying yes to becoming the next version of yourself.👑 Miss Via Italia 2025Gratitude will always create a more meaningful reign than perfection ever will.✨ Ways to Work Together:Apply for The Queen Collective:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveAscension Retreat | September 25–27, 2026 | Windsor, Ontario (send me a DM to apply)On Demand Courses:https://www.thepageantgal.com/programsDM me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgalAnd if these six lessons reminded you that pageantry is about so much more than winning a crown, I'd love to hear which reign or lesson resonated with you the most. Send me a DM, and I'll see you in the next episode.
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  What to do to have the BEST Pageant Reign 05.06.2026 20min

  SPOTIFY DESCRIPTIONWinning the crown is only the beginning.In this episode, we’re talking about how to create a title reign that actually feels fulfilling, impactful, and aligned — instead of spending your year overwhelmed, burnt out, or wondering where the time went.I’m sharing the mindset shifts and strategies that helped me through six title reigns, including how to create opportunities, build your legacy, and lead with confidence beyond the stage.In this episode, we cover:👑 Why your reign is your responsibility👑 How to avoid burnout and comparison as a titleholder👑 The importance of planning your reign before you win👑 How to balance your personal life with pageant responsibilities👑 Creating signature events and meaningful impact👑 Why leadership and confidence don’t stop after crowningIf you’re competing, currently reigning, or preparing for your next level as a leader, this episode will help you create a reign that people remember long after the crown comes off.✨ Resources:Leave Your Legacy Program:https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/leave-your-legacyApply for The Queen Collective:https://www.thepageantgal.com/the-queen-collectiveInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgal
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  The Insights on How I made Over 20,000 Month as a Coach for Pageant Women 22.05.2026 20min

  What if pageantry wasn’t just about the crown… but about building an empire?In this episode, I’m sharing the biggest lessons behind making $20,000 in one month while building my coaching business in the pageant industry. We’re talking about passion, consistency, self-trust, client connection, and what it really takes to create long-term success doing work you love.In this episode, we cover:👑 The mindset shifts behind building a profitable business👑 Why passion and consistency matter more than perfection👑 The truth about money and scarcity in the pageant industry👑 How to create offers people want to stay invested in👑 Why commitment is the foundation of growth and abundance👑 How pageant women can turn their influence into opportunity and incomeIf you’ve been thinking about building your brand, monetizing your gifts, or stepping into more freedom and leadership, this episode will expand what feels possible for you.✨ Resources:Apply for the Empire Mastermind:https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/empire-mastermindInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgal
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  Why You’re Still Blending In on Stage (And What Actually Wins Titles) 15.05.2026 22min

  Whether you’re a seasoned competitor, preparing for nationals, or questioning why you haven’t broken into the top placements yet… this episode is going to hit deep. Maria breaks down the real reason so many women stay stuck in fear, comparison, and self-doubt during pageant prep — and why knowing exactly what you bring to the title changes everything. This is for the woman who already knows how to prep… but still feels unsure when it comes to answering the biggest question in pageantry: Why you? Maria shares the mindset shift and strategy that transformed her own pageant career — and the exact framework she now teaches her clients inside The Queen Collective. Why “just be yourself” is terrible pageant adviceThe 3 things every winning “why” must includeHow your personal story creates your standout factorWhy having a platform makes you irreplaceableThe mindset shift from needing the crown to becoming the queen of your own life first ✨ Resources:CrownChat App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crownchat/id6738110935Use code PAGEANTGALS for your first month at $4.99Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/crownchatapphttps://www.instagram.com/thepageantgalCoaching + Offers:https://www.thepageantgal.com/
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  From Pageant Girl to Tech Founder - Building Confidence with the CrownChat App 24.04.2026 30min

  Hey Pageant Gals,If you’ve ever wished you had a way to practice anytime, anywhere… or felt like you needed more support between coaching sessions to truly build your confidence, this episode is for you.In this episode, I’m sitting down with Maggie, founder of the CrownChat App, to talk about how she went from a pageant competitor to creating one of the most innovative tools in the industry. We dive into her journey, the reality of building something from scratch, and how this app is changing the way pageant women prepare, practice, and show up with confidence.In this episode you will hear about...👑 Maggie’s pageant journey and how it shaped her confidence, purpose, and leadership👑 How pageantry supported her through personal challenges and gave her a deeper sense of direction👑 The inspiration behind creating the CrownChat App and turning an idea into reality👑 What CrownChat Version 2 includes and how it supports your full pageant prep experience👑 How to use AI as a tool to enhance your preparation without losing your individuality👑 The importance of practicing consistently and how to build confidence in your interview skills👑 Why challenges, setbacks, and learning curves are part of both pageantry and entrepreneurship👑 The real reason your “why” matters and how it will carry you through your journeyIf you’re preparing for your next pageant, building your confidence, or looking for tools to help you show up as your best self, this episode will remind you that the right support and consistency can completely change your results.✨ Episode Resources:CrownChat Pageant Prep App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/crownchat/id6738110935Use code PAGEANTGALS to get your first month for only $4.99 Follow CrownChat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crownchatapp?igsh=MXM1YTByazZ6eW5lag%3D%3D&utm_source=qrDM me QUEEN on Instagram with your #1 insight or takeaway from this episode: https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgalFor all coaching and offers, visit the website: https://www.thepageantgal.com/
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  From First Pageant to Queen of the Screen with Maddie Marcoux 10.04.2026 39min

  Hey Pageant Gals,If you’ve ever felt like you started “too late,” didn’t know enough about pageantry, or worried that your first experience wasn’t good enough… this episode is for you.In this episode, I’m sitting down with Miss Queen of the Screen 2026, Maddie Marcoux, to talk about what it really looks like to enter the pageant world as a beginner, build confidence quickly, and grow into your voice, your platform, and your purpose. Maddie shares her story of discovering pageantry, navigating the nerves of her first interview, learning how to prepare in a way that actually works, and stepping into the industry with a heart to make an impact.In this episode you will hear about...👑 How Maddie first discovered pageantry and why her journey did not begin in the traditional way👑 What her first interview experience taught her and how she grew from feeling unsure to feeling confident👑 Why knowing yourself is one of the most powerful pageant strategies you can have👑 The sisterhood and sense of community she found in pageantry that surprised her most👑 Her platform as a girls in sports advocate and why keeping girls in the game matters so deeply to her👑 What it looks like to use early pageant experiences as preparation for bigger opportunities ahead👑 What’s next for Maddie as she prepares for virtual provincials and continues growing in the industryIf you’re new to pageantry, building your confidence, or figuring out how to turn your passion into purpose, this episode will remind you that you do not have to have it all figured out to begin. You just have to be willing to start.DM me QUEEN on Instagram with your #1 insight or takeaway from this episode: https://www.instagram.com/thepageantgalFor all coaching and offers, visit the website: https://www.thepageantgal.com/
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  200K Year Series Finale Episode 5 | Raise Your Standards, Raise Your Income 13.03.2026 15min

  Hey Pageant Gals,In this final episode of the 200K Year Series, I’m sharing the standards behind the success.This episode is about what building this business has truly given me, what it has required of me, and the standards I had to raise in order to hold more income, freedom, leadership, and responsibility.In this episode you will hear about...👑 What this business gave me beyond income👑 Why raising your prices changes more than revenue👑 The standards I had to raise in myself and my clients👑 What it really means to grow yourself as you grow your empireApply for coaching: https://www.thepageantgal.comApply for Empire Mastermind: https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/empire-mastermindDM me on Instagram @thepageantgal with your top takeaway
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  200K Year Series Episode 4 | Content That Converts: How to Attract $5K–$10K Clients Online 13.03.2026 14min

  Hey Pageant Gals,In this episode of the 200K Year Series, I’m talking about one of the most powerful tools behind my business growth: content that converts.This is not about posting for likes. It is about creating content that builds trust, attracts aligned clients, and turns visibility into sales.In this episode you will hear about...👑 The 3 types of content that bring in paying clients👑 Why messaging matters so much👑 My thoughts on AI and content creation👑 How I track and repeat what is actually workingApply for coaching: https://www.thepageantgal.comApply for Empire Mastermind: https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/empire-mastermindDM me on Instagram @thepageantgal with your top takeaway
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  200K Year Series Episode 3 | How to Stand Out, Charge More, and Attract Better Clients 13.03.2026 17min

  Hey Pageant Gals,In this episode of the 200K Year Series, I’m sharing one of the biggest skills behind my business growth: brand.Brand is what helps you stand out, attract aligned clients, charge more, and stop blending in. In this episode, I’m breaking down the brand shifts that helped me position myself as an authority and scale to 200K.In this episode you will hear about...👑 Why blending in is more dangerous than taking a risk👑 How brand helped me scale to 200K👑 The power of visuals, story, and unique edge👑 Why bold opinions help attract the right clientsApply for coaching: https://www.thepageantgal.comApply for Empire Mastermind: https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/empire-mastermindDM me on Instagram @thepageantgal with your top takeaway
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  200K Year Series Episode 2 | How I Scaled to 200K Without More Calls 13.03.2026 17min

  Hey Pageant Gals,In episode two of the 200K Year Series, I’m breaking down how I scaled my business to over $200,000 without filling my calendar with endless one-on-one calls.This episode is all about building a business model that creates more income, more spaciousness, and more freedom.In this episode you will hear about...👑 Why scaling does not have to mean working more hours👑 How group programs helped me grow👑 Why client journey and retention matter👑 The simplified strategy that supported my 200K yearApply for coaching: https://www.thepageantgal.comApply for Empire Mastermind: https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/empire-mastermindDM me on Instagram @thepageantgal with your top takeaway
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  200K Year Series Episode 1 | How I Built a $200K Year: The 3 Identity Shifts That Changed Everything 13.03.2026 11min

  Hey Pageant Gals,Welcome to the first episode of the 200K Year Series, where I’m breaking down the mindset shifts that helped me go from making $1,000 in my first year of business to $200,000 per year while building a life of freedom.In this episode, I’m sharing the identity shifts that changed everything and why your next level starts with a decision.In this episode you will hear about...👑 The mindset shifts behind my 200K year👑 Why your next income level starts with a decision👑 The power of treating your goals seriously👑 Self-trust, belief, and scaling with freedomApply for coaching: https://www.thepageantgal.comApply for Empire Mastermind: https://thepageantgal.kartra.com/page/empire-mastermindDM me on Instagram @thepageantgal with your top takeaway
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  Best Interview & Paid Speaking gigs: Build a voice that wins w. Michayla Del Guidice 20.02.2026 40min

  Hey Pageant Gals,Everyone in the pageant industry wants to talk strategy. What to say in interview, how to stand out, how to be polished, how to feel confident, how to win. And yes, those things matter.But what actually separates the women who win in interview and win in life is the foundation behind the words. It is self belief. It is presence. It is walking into the room and owning who you are without shrinking, spiralling, or second guessing yourself.In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Michayla Del Guidice of Align Her Careers. She is a pageant competitor, a new mama, and someone who has built a best interview reputation over the years. Michayla opens up about how she went from struggling with confidence and communication growing up to becoming the woman who can walk into any interview room and leave a lasting impression.And what I love most, she breaks it down in a way that is real, practical, and replicable. Confidence is not something you are born with. It is something you build.In this episode you will hear about...👑 How Michayla developed interview skills early and how that shaped her confidence today👑 Her pre interview “tune out” method to lock in and deliver with presence👑 The biggest mistake women make in interviews, in pageants and in careers👑 The unicorn myth and why you cannot measure yourself by a job description or by comparison👑 Getting clear on your nonnegotiables so you stop talking yourself out of opportunities👑 The 100 wins practice that strengthens your identity and helps you speak from truth👑 Motherhood, ambition, and evolving into a new season without abandoning your goalsIf you have been doubting yourself, feeling like you are not qualified enough, or you want to become the kind of woman who walks into interview with presence and leaves unforgettable, this episode is for you.Connect with Michayla, Align Her [email protected] for coaching: https://www.thepageantgal.comDM me on Instagram @thepageantgal with your top takeaway