Whether you want to grow your British-made brand, get your goods rolling off a UK- based factory production line, or get your products in front of more shoppers, we’ve got you covered.
Welcome to Episode 266 of the Make it British Podcast! In this episode I discuss how and why investing in your own personal development can dramatically transform your business. I share insights from my own personal development journey and provide …
266 – The Business-Transforming Benefits of Investing in Yourself Read More »
Welcome to episode 262 of the Make it British Podcast! In this episode, l explore the factors that go into setting the perfect price, from understanding your customer and competitors to considering the cost of alternatives. Join me as we …
Welcome to episode 261 of the Make It British Podcast! In this episode, you get the lowdown on why I ended up taking a 6 month break from podcasting. And why I’ve decided to make some big changes in my …
261. When is the Right Time to Make Big Changes in Your Business? Read More »
In this episode I discuss some of the hidden costs of manufacturing, and offer tips on how to avoid them. Whether you’re starting a new brand, or growing an existing one, there’s typically five common areas where costs can spiral …
260 – 5 Hidden Manufacturing Costs and How to Avoid Them Read More »
We get a lot of people contacting us at Make it British asking if we can put them in touch with a sustainable or ethical factory to make their brand. So in this episode I define ways in which a factory might meet this criteria.
I also talk about the launch of Primark’s new circular denim collection, which has had mixed reviews in the media, with many thinking it is greenwashing and an insult to small brands that are genuinely doing the right thing.
Recently Bentley Motors announced their financial results for 2022, which revealed they’d had their year ever. This is a luxury car brand, made in the UK, having a phenomenal year during a cost of living crisis.
When you run a UK-made brand you need to wear a lot of different hats! In this episode we explore all of the different jobs you need to do and the skills you need to have, on top of producing …
253 – 9 Job Skills that UK-Brand Owners Need to Have Read More »
Welcome to Series 5! After taking a couple of months hiatus to focus on writing my book, I’m back with a brand new series. I’ll be answering all of your most commonly asked questions about manufacturing, marketing and selling products …
251 – Can You Sell Your Products without Using Social Media? Read More »
Having worked with hundreds of British brands over the last few years, and speaking to them about what is working for them right now, and what they see working in 2023, here are 11 ideas you can use for growing …
How do you attract the right peoplt to your brand, and keep them coming back for more? In this excerpt from one of the sessions at the Make it British Virtual Forum, you’ll hear the ways in which three successful …
247 – Attracting Customers & Creating Raving Fans Read More »
This episode answers some of your most commonly asked questions about pricing. Discover: 02:12 What markup do retailers add? 08:19 Should you raise your prices if the cost of your fabric and manufacturing has increased? 13:06 Should you lower your …
How can you sell a UK-made product, or any high end product, at a time when people may be more cautious about spending their money due to rising inflation and rising bills? Firstly, don’t panic! I’ve got 5 tips to …
241 – How to Sell UK-Made Products During a Cost of Living Crisis Read More »
UK-made goods have huge value both at home and abroad. Are you doing enough to shout about your own British-made brand? I’ll be sharing my 7 foolproof tips you can action right now to sell your UK-made goods. Discover: 03:01 …
240 – 7 Proven Ways to Promote Your UK-Made Brand Read More »
Want to know how to create a loyal following and keep happy customers coming back for more? Kate Barker (Lime Tree Design), Sue Longmore (Maude and Fox) and Linda de Ruiter (The Slow Wardrobe) share the customer service secrets that …
239 – Customer Service Secrets for British-Made Brands Read More »
Is it possible to launch a brand with just a few hundred pounds? We surveyed our Make it British members and they gave us the insights into how much it cost them to start-up a brand that is made in …
This episode is dedicated to those of you that put sending an email to your mailing list at the bottom of your to-do list! Discover: 02:25 Why email marketing is more important than social media marketing 04:24 How to make …
233 – The One Thing You’re Probably Doing Wrong With Your Email Marketing Read More »
In this episode, recorded as an Instagram Live on Made in UK Day, I chat to two British makers: Joseph Azagury, a high-end women’s footwear designer with his own atelier in Wimbledon, London Nelson and Jenny Were from leather goods …
229 – Why Buying British is Key to Retaining UK Craftship Read More »
Do you want to wholesale your UK-made brand, but don’t know where to start? Is this episode we look at some of the potential pitfalls, and I give you my top 8 tips for success when selling to retail buyers. …
There are generally 3 main reasons why sales might not be going as expected. But don’t panic! As well as discussing what those 3 reasons for a sales slump might be, in this episode I also give tips on what …
219 – 8 Things to do When Sales Aren’t Going to Plan Read More »
The price of everything is going up at the moment – from fuel prices and taxes, to raw materials and shipping. But what does this mean for you if you have a business that makes in the UK? In this …
If you have a business making or selling products that are made in the UK, what are the biggest trends that will impact you in 2022? Whilst the last 2 years have shown us that it is almost impossible to …
211 – The Top 6 Business Trends in 2022 for Brands That Make in the UK Read More »
Of all the social media platforms that small businesses use to promote their business, Instagram seems to be the one that evokes the biggest love/hate reaction. Especially if you’re a creative person, or run a product-based business. You might be …
206 – There’s more to marketing your brand than just Instagram! Read More »
What are some of the things that I see successful British-made brands do consistently? In the first episode of series 4 of the Make it British podcast I look at what makes for a great British-made brand. Discover: 04:11 …
201 – 7 things that successful British-made brands do Read More »
I’ve interviewed some fantastic guests over the past 3 series of the Make it British podcast. To celebrate the milestone which is 200 episodes, I’m bringing you a summary from 21 of the Make it British members that I have interviewed …
200 – 20 tips for building a great UK-made brand Read More »
