135 - How to grow a business in difficult times - Hedley Putnam, Putnams

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Putnams is an award-winning homeware manufacturer based in Plymouth, Devon. The business was started over 40 years ago by Hedley Putnams' parents, and he and his sister Bubbles now run the business. Hedley had no intention of working in the family business but found that he loved working in manufacturing and employing people locally. Discover: Why you should listen to customer feedback and how you can use it to grow sales The advantages of being a UK manufacturer in difficult times Why you shouldn't be afraid of failure if you want your business to succeed How to win awards for your company Why UK businesses should consider drop-shipping How Brexit has grown demand for their products The book about failure that Hedley talks about is Matthew Syed - Black Box Thinking About Putnams Putnams website Putnams YouTube Channel More Make it British Make it British website Make it British Brands Directory - search for brands and manufacturers that make in the UK Manufacturers Directory - search for manufacturers that are verified members of Make it British Find a UK Manufacturer -  ways we can help you find your perfect manufacturing partner Make it British Live! - our trade show Make it British Instagram Make it British Live! Online 24th & 25th September 2020 The virtual version of the Make it British Live! trade show -  connecting buyers and designers with UK manufacturers of fashion, textiles and homeware. Join us from the comfort of your desk, factory or home! Register for the virtual event here