Top Pageant Interview Mistakes & How to Fix Them

Your gown might be flawless… but a bad interview can cost you the crown.In this episode of Pageants & Prosecco, pageant coach and titleholder Brett Brooks breaks down the most common pageant interview mistakes that cost contestants points — and how to fix them with proven public speaking techniques.You’ll learn how to structure winning pageant interview answers, avoid sounding rehearsed or robotic, stop rambling under pressure, and confidently communicate your platform and personal story to judges. Brett also shares practical pageant coaching tips to help contestants improve confidence, posture, voice control, and overall interview performance.Whether you’re preparing for your first pageant or competing at the state or national level, this episode provides actionable pageant interview coaching, public speaking advice, and contestant preparation strategies to help you stand out and score higher in the interview room.Perfect for:Pageant contestantsAspiring titleholdersPageant interview coaching clientsAnyone looking to improve pageant confidence and communication skills