How to Find UK Dropshipping Suppliers Who Want to Work With You (Episode 154)

👉 Ready to start your own online store? Start here: https://dropshipunlocked.com/start?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep154-find-uk-suppliers🗣In this episode, Lewis Smith and James Eardley dive into one of the biggest questions for new e-commerce entrepreneurs: how do you actually find UK dropshipping suppliers who want to work with you? With over £7 million in combined e-commerce sales, they reveal the proven strategies they and their members use to sign high-quality suppliers and avoid the common mistakes that get beginners ignored.👉 Prefer to watch this on YouTube? Check it out here ➡️ https://youtu.be/J7iDKs2JgK0Topics Discussed: ★ The Right Type of Suppliers: Why working directly with UK brand suppliers (not AliExpress or middlemen) is the foundation of a successful high-ticket store. ★ Preparation is Key: The professional setup—company registration, email, phone line, and polished store—that makes suppliers take you seriously. ★ Where to Find Suppliers: How to reverse-engineer competitor stores and identify the brands already working with dropshippers. ★ Why Suppliers Say Yes: Understanding why many UK suppliers prefer to partner with retailers rather than selling direct to customers. ★ Common Pitfalls: The crucial mistakes beginners make when contacting suppliers and how to avoid burning bridges.Links and Resources Mentioned: Pick up a copy of Lewis’ book: htabook.comGet Shopify for £1 a month for 3 months: https://dropshipunlocked.com/shopifyGet a free trial with a professional phone line: https://dropshipunlocked.com/circleKey Takeaways: ★ Work With the Right Suppliers: Focus on brand-direct UK suppliers who hold stock locally for fast delivery and premium customer experience. ★ Professionalism Wins: Suppliers want to partner with retailers who have a professional setup that aligns with their brand values. ★ Follow the Data: Reverse-engineer what’s already working in your niche to find suppliers who are open to dropshipping. ★ It’s a Win-Win: High-quality suppliers often prefer partnering with retailers who can expand their reach and drive sales.FOLLOW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropshipunlocked/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DropshipUnlockdLinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/dropship-unlockedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/dropshipunlockedlewissmithWebsite: https://www.dropshipunlocked.com/Thank you for listening to the Dropship Unlocked Podcast! Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review on your favourite podcast platform.★★★Dropship Unlocked - Lewis Smith★★★ 🌏Want to create location, time, and financial freedom? Watch Our Free Training ➽ https://dropshipunlocked.com/start?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep154-find-uk-suppliers