Monthly Archives: October 2025

A Guide to Raising Venture Capital in 2025

by John Rampton • October 3, 2025 • 0 Comments

Great ideas from dedicated teams can find solutions, yet breakthroughs can fail due to the one resource needed to propel growth: money.

How Front Office Sports Went From a Class Project to the Center of the Sports Media Universe

by Leo Zevin • October 3, 2025 • 0 Comments

What started as a college class project turned into one of the fastest-rising sports media companies.

Are there any free card readers for small businesses?

by Anna Jordan • October 2, 2025 • 0 Comments

By Anna Jordan on Small Business UK – Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs

The short answer is no, but there are some lower-cost options out there.

When thinking about costs, consider your monthly fees along with your transaction fees, set-up fees and any other charges that may be hidden in the small print.

We’ll be taking a look at some of the cheapest card readers for your small business and whether you’re better off renting or buying.

Should I buy or rent a card reader?

Purchase

Pros

Purchasing card readers means that you have them on standby – handy for unexpectedly busy times

If you’re likely to use the terminal again, it’ll be worth purchasing

No worry about extra fees beyond transaction fees

Easier to switch between merchant service providers

Cons

The machine may become obsolete over time and you’ll have to fork out for a new one

Any purchases and repairs are your responsibility

Rental

As some of the contracts below suggest, rental card readers are more suitable for seasonal or pop-up businesses.

Pros

Can fill demand at busy times such as Christmas

Providers are good at meeting requirements at short notice

Rental units are more robust as they can passed between users and so are expected to be better able to

Moyn Islam on Human-Centric Leadership in Direct Selling’s AI Era

by Press Release • October 2, 2025 • 0 Comments

Artificial intelligence has already moved from the sidelines into everyday business. With Goldman Sachs predicting that annual AI investment could soon pass $200 billion, it’s clear the technology is not a passing trend. For direct selling, the real question isn’t whether AI will matter, it’s how leaders can balance smart systems with the personal relationships that have always been the backbone of this industry.
Moyn Islam, co-founder and CEO of BE (BE Club), believes the answer lies in what he calls “the human element.” Automation may make things faster, but he argues that strong companies, and successful distributors, are ultimately built on leadership that prioritises mentorship, empowerment, and accessibility.

“Innovation is vital, but people drive lasting impact,”

Islam says.

“Direct selling is built on relationships, and leadership is about giving others the confidence to move forward.”

Moyn Islam on Mentorship in a People-First Business
AI creates excitement, but also anxiety. The World Economic Forum recently warned that millions of people will need reskilling as automation reshapes industries. That uncertainty can easily spill into direct selling, where confidence and personal connection are critical. For Islam, mentorship is the antidote.

“No one builds a career in a straight line. There are always complications and effective guidance often

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Jefferson Santos Returns to DreamTrips as Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer

by Press Release • October 2, 2025 • 0 Comments

The DreamTrips brand is turning 20—and it’s back, bolder, brighter, and more unstoppable than ever.
The world’s #1 travel club just made a monumental announcement: Jefferson Santos is returning as Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer.
For DreamTrips, this isn’t just another executive hire—it’s a historic homecoming. Jefferson Santos wasn’t just there at the start—he was the very first member of DreamTrips, 20 years ago. He comes back to guide the company into its next era of life-changing experiences.
A Legacy Reimagined
For 20 years, the DreamTrips brand has created a world of adventure for millions of travelers, delivering 30,000+ trips across 70+ countries. It’s a movement, a community, and a brand that transforms ordinary vacations into extraordinary memories.
Now, with Jefferson Santos returning, DreamTrips is not just honoring its legacy—it’s turbocharging its future.
With 29 years of network-marketing mastery, Jefferson Santos has built global organizations of more than 3 million people, been inducted into the Network Marketing Million Dollar Hall of Fame, and is an international best-selling author. Santos combines a proven track record with a deep personal connection to DreamTrips.

“DreamTrips has always been a part of me,”

said Santos.

“From being the very first member to now returning as Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer, this