Tools, Tech & Ideas to Elevate Your Business in 2025
It’s that time of year again – the season of giving! And what better way to treat the business owner, entrepreneur, or ambitious team in your life than with tools, tech, and inspiration to supercharge their success in 2025?
At Blue Llama, we’re all about helping businesses boost productivity to create impact, so following a great response to last year’s edition – we’ve pulled together our 2024 Business Gift Guide.
This Year’s List Covers:
- Subscriptions and tools to supercharge success
- Learning and growth opportunities
- Services to invest in your business
- Blue Llama’s exclusive picks
Subscriptions & Tools to Supercharge Success
Who doesn’t love a tool that makes life easier? Whether you’re automating tasks, managing your finances, or simplifying your LinkedIn outreach, these tools are game-changers for 2025…
🌟 Dripify (LinkedIn Marketing Tool)
LinkedIn is where relationships are built, deals are made, and professionals network like pros. But, let’s be honest – managing outreach manually is painfully time-consuming. That’s where Dripify comes in.
It’s a LinkedIn marketing tool that automates your outreach while keeping it personal. You can create sequences, track responses, and make meaningful connections without spending hours at your desk.
💡 Why it’s great: Whether you’re growing your network or hunting for leads, Dripify does the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters most. Watch this video to see Dripify in action and learn how it could transform your LinkedIn game.
Price: circa £30.40 per month
🌟 Make.com (Automation Platform)
Think of Make.com as the ultimate time-saver. It connects your apps and automates workflows to keep things running smoothly. It’s like Zapier’s cooler, more affordable cousin (more on that in our latest e-book).
From sending invoices to automating customer follow-ups, Make.com lets you streamline your processes with zero coding skills required.
💡 Why it’s great: Save hours of admin time and eliminate repetitive tasks. Check out our ebook here for more on how automation can transform your business.
Price: from free!
🌟 Syft (Financial Dashboard)
Let’s talk numbers. For many businesses, keeping track of finances feels like a black hole of spreadsheets and confusion. Syft changes that with a financial dashboard that integrates seamlessly with tools like Xero and QuickBooks.
Syft visualises your cash flow, profitability, and forecasts in an easy-to-understand way – because your numbers shouldn’t need a PhD to figure out.
💡 Why it’s great: If you want to make smarter financial decisions without the stress, Syft is the gift that keeps on giving.
Price: from £14.82 per month
🌟 Loom (Video Tool)
We all know that explaining complex ideas or processes over email never quite lands. Enter Loom – a video tool that makes it super simple to record and share walkthroughs, instructions, or updates.
Whether you’re onboarding a team member, mapping out a process, or just want to say “Hi, here’s what we’re doing today” with a smile, Loom saves time and keeps communication clear.
💡Why it’s great: It’s a time-saver and a clarity booster. Here’s a video we made about Loom recently and how it can supercharge your workflow!
Price: from free!
🎥 Fathom (AI-Powered Meeting Tool)
Meetings can feel like a blur, especially when you’re juggling multiple projects. Fathom changes the game by recording your meetings, generating transcripts, and letting you pull out key insights with their Ask Fathom AI feature. Plus, you can copy transcripts into ChatGPT for actionable takeaways.
💡 Why it’s great: It makes every meeting meaningful and ensures nothing gets forgotten. Check out Fathom here
Learning & Growth Opportunities
Because no matter how much we think we know, there’s always room to grow!
📚 Book: “The Business Case for AI” by Kavita Ganesan
AI is no longer just buzzwords – it’s an essential tool for businesses. This book breaks down how to actually use AI in a practical, accessible way, with real-world strategies that drive results.
💡 Why it’s great: It’s perfect for anyone who’s curious about how AI can impact their business without getting lost in technical jargon. Grab it here.
Price: from 99p on Kindle – Paperback £20.99
Price: From circa £39pm per company (free 14 day trial)
💡 Join (or Start!) a Business Mastermind Group
If you’re looking for fresh perspectives, accountability, and support from like-minded people, a mastermind group is the ultimate gift to yourself. Whether it’s virtual or in-person, connecting with others in your industry helps you solve challenges, share ideas, and grow together.
💡 Why it’s great: Sometimes, the best gift is a great conversation with people who just get it.
Price: from free!
📘 Free e-Guide: “Automating Success: Harnessing AI for Seamless Business Operations
Looking to simplify your processes, save time, and supercharge productivity in 2024? Our latest free e-guide is here to help. Packed with actionable insights, this guide breaks down how businesses can leverage AI-powered tools to automate workflows, streamline operations, and improve customer experience – all without needing a tech degree!
💡 Why it’s great: Whether you’re just dipping your toes into AI or looking to refine your existing systems, this guide offers practical steps and tools to get started. It’s the perfect read for anyone ready to take their business operations to the next level.
Link: 👉 Download it for free here!
Services to Invest in Your Business
Sometimes, the best gifts are the ones that help your business thrive…
🚀 A New Blue Llama Website!
Yes, we’re shamelessly plugging ourselves – but for good reason! A great website is more than just pretty pictures – it’s your digital storefront, your best salesperson, and your brand ambassador all in one.
Whether you’re starting fresh or revamping an old site, we’ll help you create something that not only looks amazing but delivers results.
💡 Why it’s great: Because your website deserves to work as hard as you do. See what we’ve been up to.
Price: Not as much as you might think
🎉 Digital Jersey Business Membership
If you’re based in Jersey, this membership is a no-brainer. Digital Jersey offers co-working spaces, networking events, training opportunities, and access to a vibrant business community.
💡 Why it’s great: It’s perfect for businesses looking to stay connected and ahead of the curve.
Price: From free / Enterprise from £1000 pa.
Blue Llama’s 2024 Exclusive Picks
We couldn’t let this guide go without sharing some of the game-changing services we’re offering at Blue Llama in 2025.
🤖 AI Automation
Harness the power of AI to streamline your business operations, improve customer experiences, and save time. From automating customer service with smart chatbots to creating seamless workflows, our AI solutions are tailored to your unique business needs.
💡 Why it’s great: AI isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a real opportunity to work smarter, not harder. Let us help you unlock its potential!
📱 App Development
Got a big idea for an app? Whether you’re looking to improve internal processes or create a customer-facing app, our development team has you covered. We’ll work with you to design and deliver an app that aligns perfectly with your business goals.
💡 Why it’s great: From concept to launch, we make app development simple, creative, and impactful – so you can engage your audience like never before.
🌐 Website Audit
Your website is often the first impression your business makes – let’s make it a good one. Our website audits dive deep into your site’s performance, usability, and design, helping you uncover areas for improvement to keep your visitors engaged and converting.
💡 Why it’s great: A fresh, optimised website can make all the difference when it comes to attracting and retaining customers. Let us help you make yours the best it can be.
Throwback to Last Year’s Guide
Many of our suggestions for our 2023 Business Gift Guide still hold strong! From essential software to inspirational reads, those picks remain valuable resources for any business looking to work smarter and achieve more.
👉 Click here to revisit the 2023 Gift Guide
Because some gifts are just too good to leave behind! 🎁
There you have it
So there you have it. Our Blue Llama Gift Guide 2025 – Gifts for a Booming Business in 2025+!
Wishing you the very best for the year ahead and of course, if you’d like to talk digital and how Blue Llama could help your business thrive in 2025, let’s talk!