Manufacturing is more than just putting parts together. It's coming up with ideas, testing principles and perfecting the engineering, as well as final assembly.

In the past, the U.K. got away with selling things that weren't unusual. Now it's no use trying to export without having something that's unusual and better.

Cordless vacuums are designed for quick jobs, but you need enough power to do the job; you don't want the power waning over time.

I was frustrated as a child when I had to use a vacuum. It had a screaming noise and the smell of stale dog and a lack of performance.

I have younger friends who don't work, and they aren't doing so well. My secret is to keep going, keep working.

I've been lucky enough that I can gather all sorts of experiences and find inspiration by traveling around and by spending time with people I admire.

My great-grandfather, Karl Wallenda, was my biggest hero in life, my biggest inspiration behind everything I do.

Let's not judge. Let's draw inspiration from each other's stories - successes and failures - and realize we're all connected.