“RICKY’S TALK STAYED WITH ME IN THE FOREFRONT OF MY MIND, FOR DAYS AFTER THE EVENT.”
Molly Tomlin - Hotel Sales Manager at Radisson Blu East Midlands Airport
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TEDx Northwich
Check out Ricky’s TEDX talk Magical Resilience : How Curiosity Unlocks Possibility out now
Awards & Recognitions
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In 2025, I had the honour of stepping onto the TEDx stage to share one of the most personal stories of my life.
My talk, Magical Resilience, is about how curiosity became the spark that helped me rebuild after loss, and how sometimes, what feels like the end is actually the beginning of something extraordinary.
If you’ve ever experienced a setback, a detour, or a moment that changed everything… this talk is for you.
👇 Watch it below and if it resonates, I’d love for you to share it.
www.rickylocke.com/tedx
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As co-director at The Confident Club, we are passionate about helping people to dramatically increase their confidence to become the best versions of themselves. Some even say it’s the best presentation coaching in the world!
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Studying with the Master of Personal Development, Jack Canfield led me to become a Certified Canfield Trainer in The Success Principles. As a Certified Trainer in The Success Principles, I have demonstrated to the Canfield Certification Board that I have intensely studied the material and I am equipped to teach this work in organisations around the world. As a leading company in peak performance strategies, I am proud to train individuals around the world to help businesses, communities and organizations create a success culture, integrating balance and happiness among individuals, producing amazing results both personally and professionally. This work is life-changing and is making a difference globally to all who encounter these principles.
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Not only is Ricky a Member of The Magic Circle, but he was voted the 2nd best wedding-magician in the UK. Running a very successful wedding business for 10 years, he scooped up numerous awards, including awards in TWIA. TWIA is the only regional and national client voted awards in the wedding industry and it was set up to recognise excellent wedding suppliers and to help couples find the best suppliers. From these awards, he became a 2019 Regional Finalist, 2020 Regional Finalist, 2020 Highly Commended Award , 2021 Regional Winner & 2021 Highly Commended Award and the 2022 Regional Finalist & 2022 Highly Commended Award for his wedding magic. He may know a thing or two about magic but he also knows how to run a successful business too!
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And not forgetting his most important success, of course …becoming a Father to his beautiful daughter ALma (and he’ll probably get in trouble if he doesn’t also mention a Husband to his wonderful wife, Mrs Locke!!
WHAT DOES RICKY SPEAK ABOUT?
I help entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, creatives, and senior leaders who feel stuck, uncertain, or lacking in confidence to unlock their full potential, so they can overcome fear, take bold action, and create a life of success and fulfilment.
My goal is simple: to help people unlock the best version of themselves and create lives they truly love.
Through my unique blend of personal development strategies, NLP techniques, and storytelling infused with magic and entertainment, I deliver a transformational experience that not only equips my clients with practical, easy-to-apply tools but also makes the process engaging, memorable, and fun.
Unlike traditional coaches or trainers, I combine actionable success principles with relatable insights and an energetic teaching style, creating lasting confidence that extends far beyond the boardroom into every aspect of life."
WHY I DO IT?
I know what it’s like to feel stuck, coast through life on autopilot, and question if you’re living up to your potential. For years, I lived with limiting beliefs that held me back. It wasn’t until I discovered the power of personal development and confidence-building that I realised that I get to choose my success, my happiness, and my life’s direction.
What lights me up is the transformations I get to witness. Whether it’s someone gaining the courage to leave a job they hate, finally launching the business of their dreams, or speaking on a stage for the first time with confidence—it fills me with pride to know I’ve played a part in their success.
I also love the creativity of how I teach. My blend of storytelling, magic, and entertaining delivery makes learning fun and memorable for others, and it’s amazing to see how much more people absorb when they’re engaged and enjoying the process.
WHAT TOPICS DOES RICKY TALK ABOUT?
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Magical Resilience
Life’s unexpected twists and turns can feel like illusions, but with magical resilience, you’ll learn to turn challenges into stepping stones. I’ll show audiences how to build unshakable inner strength, face adversity with creativity, and emerge stronger than ever—leaving them inspired to unlock their full potential.
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The Success Principles
What separates top achievers from the rest? In this talk, I uncover the universal principles that drive extraordinary success. Audiences will walk away with actionable strategies, mindset shifts, and habits that pave the way to achieve goals beyond their wildest dreams.
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Confidence
Success isn’t just about strategy—it’s about believing in your ability to achieve it. In this talk, I combine powerful success principles with the tools to build unstoppable confidence. Audiences will discover the mindset, habits, and self-assurance they need to pursue their goals boldly and achieve extraordinary results.