Jocelyn Tyson's Journey: Conquering Imposter Syndrome at the World Championship of Public Speaking Welcome! My name is Patricia Calixte aka Patty Pat's Speaking Journey. Meet Jocelyn B Tyson, 2023 World Champion of Public speaking during this inspiring conversation! Come along as she candidly shares her story with us! In this exclusive interview with Jocelyn B. Tyson, you will be treated to an in-depth conversation that reveals the essence of her meteoric rise in the world of public speaking. Jocelyn opens up about the early days of her journey, her motivations for entering the competitive arena, and the rigorous preparations that led to her crowning as the 2023 World Champion! With a mix of personal anecdotes and sage advice, Jocelyn shares her strategies for effective storytelling, her firsthand experience with imposter syndrome, and the pivotal moments of her transformative Toastmasters journey. This conversation is not just about the triumphs; it's about the tribulations and the tenacity that it takes to overcome them. Jocelyn discusses the psychological hurdles like imposter syndrome that she faced and overcame, giving viewers a relatable and inspiring narrative. From the joys of her semi-final speech to the jitters before the finals, and the historic all-female podium, this interview is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to find their voice, face their fears, and forge a path to success in public speaking and beyond! * IN A RUSH? Skip to what you want to see! ** 00:00 Break Time With Patty 00:43 Introduction 02:16 A little bit about young Jocelyn. 05:35 Why she visited her 1st public speaking club? 08:30 Why did she decide to compete this year? 11:47 About the weeks leading up to the championship 15:27 About the Semifinal speech "Do You Want To Play Again?" 19:59 Jocelyn's 1st reaction when she found out she made it to the Finals 22:30 About her Finals speech "Have You Been There?" 25:35 About the all-female podium! 27:45 Best advice for Tostmasters contestants 29:23 Jocelyn's best lessons learned from this competition 32:26 3 Best tips on how to be a memorable speaker 35:54 About Imposter Syndrome and how to overcome it! 41:10 Tips for a discouraged person 43:47 How Jocelyn stays balanced with her busy life 45:17 What is the next step for Jocelyn? 46: 35 How can someone reach or book Jocelyn? 47:33 Patty's main takeaways 49:37 Jocelyn's last words ****** Want to connect with Jocelyn? LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelynbtyson/ email: pr@TMdistrict38.org ******* Links to Jocelyn's speeches Final Speech: Have You Been There? https://youtu.be/vEmawDu17AU?si=XSYxEyzrGemTMEg8 Semi-Final Speech: Do You Want To Play Again? https://youtu.be/HMlwmx7s8a4?si=XDGe4oyBga205tx6 (Link to the version that was delivered at the championship will be updated as soon as uploaded) ***** Other Break Time With Patty Interviews Nisha Shivram, 2nd Place Winner https://youtu.be/-z20P6h0By0?si=TdsdfEe1RrqTPoSc Maryam Ganni, 3rd Place Winner https://youtu.be/KWkeRq0YN44?si=qYSoDR_PGnIP-gn9 ***** To visit one of the Toastmasters International Club as an observer, visit Toastmasters.org. The Power of your voice can change the world! Find it and use it!