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115. How to Use AI as Your Ultimate Competitive Edge with Earl Waud | How to use AI In this episode, Ricky Locke sits down with AI educator, author, speaker and “Hindsight Mentor” Earl Waud to explore how artificial intelligence can help you think bigger, act faster and transform your life and business. If you’ve ever wondered: “Is AI going to take my job?” “Will it make me less human?” “How do I...

114. 5 Ways to Use Humor to Connect at Work with 7× Emmy Winner Beth Sherman | How to use humour in presentations In this episode, comedy writer and humour strategist Beth Sherman, a seven-time Emmy Award winner known for her work on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Letterman, and The Tonight Show shares how humour can transform communication in professional and personal settings. We explore how to use h...

113. 10 Tips to Build a Thriving Business with Faye Cornhill | Challenge Your Beliefs & Unlock Success In this episode, Faye Cornhill shares powerful tips to help you grow with confidence, attract high-paying clients, and challenge the beliefs that may be holding you back. Whether you're a solopreneur, wedding business owner, or creative entrepreneur, these mindset shifts and business strategies w...

112 How to Improve your sleep with Ryan Snell of Unstoppabl | The key to high performance In this week's episode I am joined with Ryan Snell of Unstoppabl and we dive into the critical role of sleep in enhancing high performance, discussing the alarming statistics of sleep deprivation and its economic impact. Exploring the health risks associated with insufficient sleep, including its effects on d...

111 How to become an olympian and The Link Between Mental Health and Performance with Leon Taylor | Best self improvement podcasts In this conversation, Leon Taylor shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming an Olympic diver. He discusses the importance of pursuing meaningful goals, the challenges of maintaining motivation, and the significance of commitment over fleeting motivati...

110 10 Vocal exercises for a more confident voice | Mastering Vocal Techniques for Confidence with Kaffy Rice Oxley of Voice Confident In this episode voice coach Kaffy Rice Oxley discusses the importance of vocal training, breath control, and the science behind voice production. The dialogue explores how first impressions are significantly influenced by vocal qualities, the mechanics of the vocal...

109 Introverts, Extroverts And The Balance of Ambiversion with Ashley Griffiths | Ways to improve your confidence In this episode, Ricky Locke interviews Ashley Griffiths, a video expert and NLP practitioner. They discuss Ashley's struggle with being an ambivert, finding balance between introversion and extroversion, and the power of silence. They also explore the strengths of introverts and the i...

108 Unobvious Struggles And Asking For Help with Bev Holden | How to improve your confidence In this episode, Ricky Locke interviews Bev Holden, co-founder of the Clear Thinking Partnership. They discuss the unobvious things that Bev struggles with, focusing on confidence and asking for help. Bev challenges the concept of confidence, stating that it is not a real thing and that she doesn't believe...

107 Embracing Wonder and Amazement in Life with The Digital Circus Life Podcast | Living a Life Aligned with Your Values This week, I'm shaking things up by sharing an episode where I was the guest on The Digital Circus Life podcast. I share my journey of breaking free from a small village mindset and pursuing a fulfilling life of wonder and amazement. We discuss the desire to be on stage and make...

106 How to be your authentic self with Alan Braithwaite of Yellow Tuxedo | The Diary of a CEO conversation cards In this mini series of The Diary of a CEO conversation Cards, Ricky Locke and Alan Braithwaite discuss the common misconceptions people have about Alan and how it makes him feel. They explore the importance of being authentic and prioritizing fun in social situations. They also discuss...

105 The Power of Belief: Lessons from Glen McCoy | Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards In this episode, Ricky Locke interviews Glen McCoy, a scriptwriter and creative. They discuss the belief or behavior that has positively impacted Glenn's life in the past 12 months. Glen shares his belief in allowing things to happen rather than forcing them, and how this belief has led to positive changes in his...

104 Why Mental Health Matters with Alex Williams | Ways to improve your mental health | Mental health awareness week In this episode, Ricky interviews Alex Williams, an emotional resilience coach and registered mental health practitioner. Alex shares his personal story of overcoming trauma and discusses the epidemic of mental health in society. They explore the importance of taking responsibility...

103 Doing nothing is the most productive thing you can do with Louise Miller | Ways to improve your productivity In this episode, Louise Miller, the productivity mentor, discusses her unique perspective on productivity and how it should be about creating space rather than cramming in more tasks. She emphasizes the importance of rest and taking breaks, challenging the notion that productivity is so...

102 Exceptional Drive & Ambition with David Thomas | Becoming a better version of yourself In this conversation, David Thomas shares his inspirational story of overcoming a difficult upbringing and finding success in memory competitions and personal growth. He discusses the drive and ambition that has propelled him to achieve exceptional feats, and the importance of surrounding oneself with ambiti...

100TH EPISODE with Guest Host Steve McDermott | Best self improvement podcasts In this episode, guest host Steve McDermott celebrates the 100th episode of the Unlocked Podcast with regular host Ricky Locke. They discuss advice for young people entering the world, the importance of living life according to your values, and the role of parenting and being a role model. They also share tips for handl...

Here's what we can expect this season for the UNLOCKED PODCAST. In this bonus episode, I share all about what you can expect this season on the UNLOCKED podcast and also why I am using the diary of a CEO conversation cards to strike up the importance of supporting each other and improving well-being in life through deep conversations. The main topics we will be covering this season will be - Menta...

099 TIME TO START UNDERSTANDING YOUR VALUES | Best Self-Improvement Podcasts The podcast is back, woohoo! In this first episode of the new season of The Unlocked Podcast , I explain the importance of understanding and living according to our values. I share my personal journey of rediscovering my values and the impact it had on my mental and physical health. In the episode I emphasize the importan...

098 Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas & Best Wishes for 2023! Thank you so much for your support this year with the podcast, it's been an amazing year and I am so pleased to have you support this podcast. From my family to yours, however you celebrate the festivities, Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas & Best wishes for 2023! See you in 2023. Ricky x Patreon thanks! Shout out to the amazing Pat...

Using the Law of Attraction to Create a Successful Business and a Prosperous Life with Sarah Sienkiewicz In this episode, we welcome Sarah Sienkiewicz. She is a qualified and experienced strategy and alignment coach, mentor, and EFT Therapist. She helps business owners create a profitable business model to attract clients and build confidence in selling their products and services. Today, Sarah he...

096 Will this help produce the outcome I'm looking for? | Magical Musings #10 In the 10th instalment of my monthly mini-series called Magical Musings, I share my thoughts, my feelings, rambles and scribbles about how the previous month has been, what I have learnt and what's on my mind. Each magical musing will be around 5 minutes or so (Max just about 10!) all different and something fresh and ex...

095 Discovering Wim Hof with Steph Ingram | The Wim Hof Method In this episode, we are joined by Steph Ingram, a children’s Physiotherapist. She recently finished in the NHS and organized the well-being week for the staff as a leaving gift, which made her feel fantastic. Steph is currently taking some time off for herself to do some self-development. Today, Steph comes onto the show to share her e...

094 Power to speak with Jackie Goddard | How to be confident In this episode, we are joined by the wonderful Jackie Goddard. She is a former fashion designer, recovering actor, coach, speaker, and podcast host. Jackie is on a mission to help speakers get excited about sharing their ideas and messages with an audience. Today, Jackie tells us her story and the life experiences that made her who she...

093 Believe it is possible! The Success Principles by Jack Canfield (Part 7) What is the difference between successful people and non-successful people? It's that they believe their goals are possible! This week, I am reviewing another success principle from The Success Principles by Jack Canfield and I am trying to understand how can we achieve all of our dreams and desires and be a success this...

092 Already Home with Dave Kibby | Non Duality This week Dave Kibby joins the show to share a ‘radical non-duality message’ that is extremely simple... the idea that there is only everything, "this," is all there is and we are already home. A wonderful and simple concept we all need to adopt in our lives. "I was a seeker, looking for fulfilment, that intangible sense of ‘home’ - I'd tried personal...

090 How to do a TEDx with Chris Lovett | How to do a TED talk (PART 1) Do you love watching TED talks? Or maybe you are considering doing a TED talk? If so you are in the right place. In this episode, we welcome back Chris Lovett. Chris Lovett is a TEDx speaker, author, disruptive thought leader, and executive coach specializing in simplicity, leadership, and careers. Chris is one of the UK's only...