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SOS: Stop Wasting Time Contacting the Wrong Factories

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Not all factories are created equal!And if you’re contacting 20 different manufacturers hoping one will say yes — you're doing it the hard way.In this episode of MANUFACTURING SOS, I’m talking about one of the most common mistakes I see when people start looking for a UK manufacturer: assuming every factory can make every kind of product.You’ll learn why factory specialisms matter, how MOQs and capacity make a difference, and what you actually need to look for when shortlisting a manufacturer.I’ll also share why I took down my free directory of UK manufacturers and the surprising truth about what manufacturers really said about being in it.▶️ Watch this episode on YouTubeListen now to find out: Why not every factory with a sewing machine is right for your product What kind of research you really need to do before reaching out The red flag that means a manufacturer isn’t a good fit What looking for a factory partner and choosing a wine having in common!Get a copy of my UK Manufacturers List▶️ Watch all 5 episodes of MANUFACTURING SOS on YouTube Ready to scale your UK-made brand? Apply for the British Brand Accelerator at makeitbritish.co.uk/apply

12m 20s  ·  Oct 16, 2025

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