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Whether you're a contestant, titleholder, or former queen- you should still be focused on your platform! Staying connected to and growing your platform can be one of the most rewarding parts of pageantry. But how do you do this?
Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you everything you need to know about growing and sustaining your platform.
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In pageantry, it isn't enough to just have a platform. Aside from being personally important, your platform should connect you with other people and your community.
But how to you create these connections? Jesse Ladoue, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to explain how you can use already existing resources to expand your platform and connect with others.
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What is a platform? Do you need one? How do you start one? So many pageant girls find themselves asking these questions and many more!
Join Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, as they tell you everything you need to know about finding and starting your platform.
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Chelsea Tayui is ready to take on the Miss Universe stage! Jesse Ladoue, our Queen of Customer Success, sat down with the reigning Miss Universe Ghana to discuss all things pageantry and platforms.
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Bullies can be found everywhere, including the pageant world. Although we might not want to admit it, many of us have experienced bullying in the industry that we know and love. Jesse Ladoue, Pageant Planet's Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are opening up about their experiences with bulling in pageantry and how you can work towards changing your mindset.
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What's the difference between a contestant who consistently places or takes home the crown and a contestant who can't reach the semi-finals? Goals!
We know that setting (and achieving) your goals can seem challenging at first. That's why Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you how you can start setting your pageant goals!
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Do you have questions about iam the Pageant Powerhouse? Are you wondering how this will impact the 2021 pageant season for National American Miss and International Junior Miss?
LaKishia Edwards, the iam International Coordinator, NAM National Coordinator, and IJM International Coordinator, is here to spill all of the tea with Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Customer Success!
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Madison Anderson Berríos doesn’t take no for an answer. After representing Puerto Rico at Miss Grand International 2016, Madison was determined to reach the Miss Universe stage.
Following a 1st Runner Up placement at Miss Florida USA 2019, Madison competed for and won the title of Miss Universe Puerto Rico.
Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to talk about the backlash Madison faced, her dedication to pageantry, and how this queen shook up an industry.
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If you're an underdog in the pageant world, you may have felt discouraged or unmotivated from time to time. Even though you've been chasing after the crown of your dreams, pageant pros can make this dream seem so far away.
Don't be discouraged! Pageant Planet wants to help you win the crown - which is why Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss American 2018, are here with 5 tips for the underdogs!
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“Miss USA 2020 is...MISSISSIPPI!” Asya Branch is a woman of firsts. As the first Black woman to win the Miss Mississippi USA crown and the first from her state to win Miss USA, Asya is set up to leave quite the legacy.
Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you all about Asya’s experiences as the child of an incarcerated parent, her pageant journey at both Miss America and Miss USA, and how she’s combined the two to promote criminal justice reform at the national level.
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When you think of pageant powerhouses, which countries come to mind? Probably the Philippines, Venezuela, Colombia, and the USA- just to name a few. What if we told you that there’s a queen who had the honor of competing in not one, but two of these countries? This competitor would be none other than Venezuelan-American beauty queen, Valentina Sanchez Trivella.
Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to discuss Valentina's journey to both Miss Teen USA and Miss Venezuela. Even though pageants are glamorous, Valentina had to overcome many of life's obstacles and learned how to turn her experience into advocacy.
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Nova Stevens is known for making history. As a model, she’s built a successful career in multiple countries. As an activist, she organized the Freedom March 2020 and successfully lobbied for Emancipation Day to be observed in Vancouver. As Miss Universe Canada, Nova is shaking up the industry and breaking down beauty standards.
Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to tell you all about Nova’s journey to the crown and just how determined she’s been to get there. If you aren’t inspired by her story- we don’t know what will!
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What do Miss Indiana USA 2008, a supermodel, the director of Miss Universe Ireland, and the director of Miss Indiana USA all have in common? Well- they're the same person! Brittany Mason burst into the industry as a teen model before also exploring the world of pageantry. As a former titleholder, Brittany knows exactly what it takes to help her queens win the crown!
In this episode, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are chatting about the life of Brittany Mason. Listen in for some tips about how to enter and dominate the pageant world!
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Megan Swanson takes the phrase "sister queens" to a whole new level! On today's podcast, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are talking all about this two time Miss Nebraska and the older half of the "Swanson Sisters."
Before Megan was Miss Nebraska USA 2020, she was, well, Miss Nebraska 2014! Having represented Nebraska at both Miss America and Miss USA, Megan knows exactly how to channel her boss babe energy into her coaching clients.
Do you want to represent your state on a national stage? Click here to find a pageant!
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Whether you're a first time contestant or seasoned veteran, pageants can be intimidating! It's hard getting out of your comfort zone and being unapologetically yourself in front of a panel of judges. However, you shouldn't let any fears or nerves get to you!
Staying calm. cool, and collected at your pageant can make or break your chance at the crown. That's why Jesse Ladoue McMullen, our Queen of Coaching, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here with some tips and tricks!
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Abena Appiah's story is truly one of triumph. After enduring years of bullying, Abena pursued modeling and pageantry to grow her self-confidence. Who would have thought that she would go on to represent multiple countries at numerous international pageants, such as Miss Universe, Miss Earth, and Queen Beauty Universe.
Our Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, and Miss America 2018, Cara Mund, are here to tell you all about Abena's journey to some of the most prestigious pageant stages.
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Everyone struggles with nerves. Whether you're trying to stay calm outside of the interview room or release tension before going on stage, our Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, has a guided meditation for you! Plug in your headphones and unplug from the world.
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Pageant paperwork is more important than you think. More often than not, your paperwork is the first introduction the judges have to you - and we all know how important first impressions are!
Our Queen of Coaching, Jesse Ladoue McMullen, and Cara Mund, Miss America 2018, are here to share 5 mistakes that contestants make on their paperwork. If you've ever been unsure about how to phrase something or what you should include, Jesse and Cara have solutions for you!
Still want more help with your paperwork? Read Pageant Paperwork & Resume (Examples, Templates, and Tips)
Want personalized help? Sign up as VIP for a FREE mock interview with Cara Mund!
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On this podcast episode, we are talking about a woman who has created one of the most elite combinations of strengths when it comes to pageantry, Corinne Devin.
Corinne is well-known for winning several titles, including Ms United States 2012, Ms Galaxy 2014, Ms Earth 2018, and now International Ms. 2020. You’ll most likely find her crown trophy collection alongside a Navy uniform and a tooth mold. Corinne achieved most of these titles working for the United States Navy and while going through her Orthodontics Residency Program.
Let’s dive into how Corinne has found success in pageantry on this week’s episode.
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If you follow pageants in the USA, then the name Nia Sanchez is likely to ring a bell as a former Miss USA and 1st Runner-up to Miss Universe. Before Nia Sanchez became a real life queen as Miss USA 2014, she hung out with Disney Princesses as a character actress at Disneyland Tokyo.
Let’s dig a little deeper into Nia’s journey to the crown and the USA’s highest placement at Miss Universe since 2012.
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