Make it British Podcast
by Kate HillsKate Hills is on a one-woman mission to save UK manufacturing. In this podcast she shines the light on British brands and manufacturers, and goes behind the scenes of their businesses. With tips, hints and tricks to help you manufacture in the UK and buy British. Never has there been a more critical time to get behind 'made in Britain'.
Copyright: Copyright 2024 Kate Hills
Episodes
FAQ: Can A Manufacturer Source My Fabric For Me?
6m · PublishedYou might think that having the factory source your fabric for you sounds like the easiest option, but that's not always the case.
In this episode I explain what your options are when it comes to fabric sourcing, and why many UK clothing manufacturers operate on what is known as a CMT basis.
FURTHER RESOURCES
CMT or Full Service Manufacturer: What's the difference?
5 Steps to Finding a UK Manufacturer
How to Start a UK Made Brand
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
YouTube
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FAQ: How long does it take to launch a brand?
5m · PublishedFind out how long on average it might take to launch a brand and what the main variables are that will affect it.
FURTHER RESOURCES
5 Steps to Finding a UK Manufacturer
How to Start a UK Made Brand
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
YouTube
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FAQ: How Do I Go From Idea To Prototype?
7m · PublishedDiscover the essential steps to turn your idea into a successful prototype.
Get practical advice on how to bring your concept to life efficiently and cost-effectively and how to common pitfalls.
FURTHER RESOURCES
5 Steps to Finding a UK Manufacturer
How to Start a UK Made Brand
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
YouTube
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272 - Happy New Year! What's coming in 2024?
5m · PublishedWelcome to Episode 272 of the Make it British Podcast
Starting off the new year with something a bit different. This episode explains everything.
Looking out for my special FAQ series, starting on Monday 7th January.
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
YouTube
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271 – 3 Things I Learnt This Year
25m · PublishedHello and Welcome to Episode 271!
As 2023 draws to a close, and for my last podcast episode of the year, I reflect back on the 3 biggest lessons that I've learnt this year.
I also want to say a massive thank you to everyone that has listened to this podcast over the last 12 months. I cannot believe I am now at episode 271!
The Make it British Podcast will be back on 5th January 2024.
See you then!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Plan Your Year - My annual planning workshop is the one thing you need to get your vision, goals, projects and tasks mapped out for 2024.
British Brand Accelerator - The best way to work with me in 2024. Apply now!
Reels Rockstars - The Instagram Reels course that I took that I highly recommend if you want to up your Instagram marketing next year.
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
YouTube
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270 – Sustainability Insights for Small Businesses with Mark Shayler
1h 4m · PublishedWelcome to episode 270!
In this episode I'm chatting with the fascinating Mark Shayler about all things sustainability.
Mark is the author of You Can't Make Money From a Dead Planet, he consults with businesses big and small to help them do better when it comes to their environmental footprint, and he is one of the co founders of Reasons to be Cheerful, a platform for spreading good cheer and hope in a world that can sometimes feel bereft of both.
We discuss the environmental cost per wear of a garment; why wool is such a great fibre; which is better - recycled polyester versus cotton ( the answer may surprise you); and what other fibres we could be growing in the UK to be more regenerative.
About Mark Shayler
Mark is a sustainability consultant, author of You Can't Make Money From A Dead Plant, and one of the founders of publishing and events company Reasons to be Cheerful.
Mark Shalyer's Website
Buy Mark's Book - You Can't Make Money From A Dead Planet
Mark Shayler on Instagram
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
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269 – Stop Winging it & Have Your Best Year Ever!
10m · PublishedHello and welcome to episode 269 of the Make it British podcast!
At the time of recording this we are just a month away from the start of 2024, and that can only mean one thing - time to start planning!
If that idea fills you with dread, because you are a 'wing it and see' type of person, maybe next year needs to start a little differently.
In this episode I give you tips on how to stop winging it and start planning.
And if you need someone to hold you accountable to making that plan, I have an offer for you.
I am hosting my ever-popular online planning party very soon. It’s my Plan Your Year workshop, and you’re invited!
In this pre-Christmas online workshop, we'll get goals set, projects planned and tasks mapped out for your coming year.
I’ll be showing you how to make planning easy and fun, and you’ll walk away with a completed plan of action for the coming year.
Sound good?
If you want to join us, you can secure your spot by going to makeitbritish.co.uk/planyouryear
Everyone with a ticket will also receive the recording and a special workbook.
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Plan Your Year - My Online Planning Party
Mentioned in this episode:
British Brand Accelerator
268 – From Start-Up to Export Champion with Laura Ward from Exeat
40m · PublishedWelcome to Episode 268 of the Make it British Podcast!
In this episode, I am joined by Laura Ward, founder of the luxury British tennis brand Exeat.
Exeat is the UK's most exported luxury tennis apparel brand, and Laura herself is the winner of many awards, including Global Startup of the Year. She's also one of the government's UK export champions, and the brand has been feature in Vogue, Forbes, The Financial Times, and Vanity Fair.
In this episode, she's going to give you tips on how to export your brand globally and how she's managed to get such amazing press in such a short space of time.
ABOUT EXEAT
Exeat Website
Exeat Instagram
RESOURCES MENTIONED
UK Export Academy
Ciment Pleating
Made in the UK, Sold to the World
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator - Apply now to work with me to launch or grow your British-made brand.
UK Manufacturers List
Make it British Website
YouTube
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British Brand Accelerator
267 – Insights from my Houses of Parliament meeting with the APPG for Ethics and Sustainability in Fashion
28m · PublishedWelcome to episode 267 of the Make It British Podcast!
In this episode, I share my recent experiences at the All Party Parliamentary Group for ethics and sustainability in fashion at the Houses of Parliament, organised by Fashion Roundtable.
You can hear the full speech that I gave on the importance of localism, transparency, and ethical practices in the fashion industry. In which I highlighted the challenges faced by UK manufacturers, the need for skilled workers, and the potential for a thriving local manufacturing supply chain.
You'll gain insight into the current British manufacturing landscape and discover how small businesses are leading the way in ethical and sustainable production.
The meeting was chaired by John McNally MP and the secretariat for the APPG is Fashion Roundtable, led by Tamara Concik.
The other speakers were:
- Mary Creagh CBE – Chair of the Ethical Trading Initiative, Former MP and Chair of the Environmental Audit Committee.
- Patrick Grant - Founder of Community Clothing and presenter on The Great British Sewing Bee.
- Professor Dilys Williams – Fashion Roundtable Board Member and Director of Centre for Sustainable Fashion.
- Sam Ludlow-Taylor – Head of Human Rights at John Lewis.
- Anna Bryher – Policy Lead at Labour Behind the Label
HANDY LINKS
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
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British Brand Accelerator
266 – The Business-Transforming Benefits of Investing in Yourself
30m · PublishedWelcome 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 valuable advice on how investing in yourself can make a massive difference to your business growth.
We'll explore the risks of not investing in yourself, and the importance of matching your personal development with your business goals. Plus, I'll share some practical tips on how to make time for self-investment, even if you are super-busy.
HANDY LINKS
Work With Me
British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Website
YouTube
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British Brand Accelerator
Make it British Podcast has 302 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 135:48:27. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on August 8th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 16th, 2024 10:10.
