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Having a business plan is crucial to know where your business is headed – Marcus Blandin
It is true that you can become anyone you want to become. The world is an ocean of possibilities that you need to dive in to rise to success.
This is Marcus Blandin’s mantra for success. Blandin had humble beginnings but went on to create massive wealth in his life thus far.
He came from a modest home where he was just a young child dreaming what his future entails.
His dreams inspired him to begin his entrepreneurial journey at a young age, and from there, the sky was the limit. One of the things that Marcus believes in is not letting your situation define you or your future.
If everyone would let where they come from dictate the rest of their lives, the world would be a very dull place. Marcus hopes that more people realize that the best thing about the world is that you get opportunities to succeed wherever you are irrespective of your current situation. Becoming a wealth coach is his way of helping people realize their dreams. Dreams they may have put aside for the time being to put food on the table.
Through his coaching sessions and digital courses, Marcus educates people on methods to build wealth and become successful. He is passionate about giving back to society and having come from a humble beginning himself, he understands well how challenging it is to climb the success ladder.
Today, Marcus is not only a wealth coach but also the founder and CEO of Millionaires International, FYI Business & Financial Solutions. He sits with the top 1% population.
He is also an award-winning Global Business/Wealth coach, an international speaker, and a top financial literacy authority figure. Through his coaching, Blandin has helped thousands of people make profits of 6 figures plus, and change their lives for good.
He has educated tens of thousands of people on financial literacy and achieving financial freedom. Besides educating people on financial literacy and wealth coaching, Blandin is also a two time number one best-selling author.
His books on wealth management have successfully have helped thousands of people restructure their lives and their financial goals.
His companies and non-profits serve and elevate others to become successful and positive contributors to society.
Marcus believes that empowering more people to become successful will make the world a much better place for everyone and the coming generations. Financial literacy is increasingly important in the current scenario, and we need more people to walk in the footsteps of Marcus Blandin.
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Govt urged to provide safe, supportive environment for menstruating girls
The government has been urged to take urgent steps toward providing a safe and supportive environment for menstruating girls to ensure proper personal hygiene and promote school attendance.
Sarah Nkansah Boateng, a midwife at the Eastern Regional Hospital made the call during a forum organised as part of activities to observe Menstrual Hygiene Day celebration in the New Juaben North Municipality of the Eastern Region.
The event was held under the theme “Together for a Period-Friendly World.”
She noted that many girls skip school during their menstrual periods due to a lack of access to sanitary products and appropriate spaces to change them.
“The basic necessities for these girls are not being provided; creating a safe and enabling environment is crucial,” Madam Boateng emphasized.
She called on school authorities and policymakers to prioritise the construction of hygienic and private changing spaces in schools.
She further appealed for a collective effort to address menstrual health challenges affecting girls in the community.
The New Juaben North Municipal Director of Health Services, Nana Yaa Konadu, also highlighted her office’s initiatives in both school-based and community clinics to educate young girls on menstrual hygiene.
She stressed the health implications of poor menstrual hygiene, saying, “When girls lack access to sanitary pads and a clean environment, it can negatively impact their reproductive health.”
Madam Konadu warned that the absence of menstrual hygiene facilities and products left some girls vulnerable to exploitation, increasing the risk of teenage pregnancy.
The Municipal Chief Executive for New Juaben North, Mr Samuel Adongo, described menstruation as a natural biological process and not a taboo or burden.
He expressed concern over the poor state of sanitation facilities in schools.
“I have visited almost all public schools in the municipality, and none has a proper, standard toilet facility suitable for girls,” he stated.
Mr Adongo assured that the assembly would work to create an enabling environment to reduce school absenteeism related to menstruation.
“Too many girls are missing school because of their menstrual cycle, and this is unacceptable,” he added.
From Ama Tekyiwaa Ampadu Agyeman, Koforidua
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Akwesi Agyeman, Ekpe vow to lead GJA to ‘era of purpose and professionalism’
As the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) prepares for its national elections, two of the key contenders, General Secretary Aspirant Akwasi Agyeman and Vice Presidential hopeful Rebecca Ekpe have called for a return to ethical journalism, stronger mentorship and institutional reforms.
They both made the remarks during separate visits to The Spectator and The Ghanaian Times, respectively to solicit for votes.
Akwasi Agyeman, an Editor with Multimedia is seeking to lead the association into what he calls a “new era of purpose and professionalism.”
He stressed the urgent need to reposition the GJA as a strong and relevant voice in national affairs.
“We cannot continue with business as usual. The GJA must be visible, active, and fearless in advocating for the rights and welfare of journalists,” he said during a meeting with media practitioners in Accra.
Mr. Agyeman noted that his leadership will focus on building partnerships, improving member services, and restoring the dignity of the Association. “We need to rekindle the spirit of solidarity within the GJA and provide real value to members, especially the younger generation,” he added.
Ms Rebecca Ekpe, a respected Broadcast Journalist and Editor, echoed similar sentiments in her call for mentorship and capacity building.
“I discovered through my journey that journalism is not just my job, it is who I am. My path in journalism was shaped by my seniors in the newsroom, and now I feel called to give back,” she said.
Ms Ekpe envisions a GJA where senior journalists regularly engage with young professionals through face-to-face mentoring and training platforms. “Even if you attend a session and pick just one idea, it could change the course of your career,” she remarked.
She also raised concerns about the rise of misinformation and the blurred lines between journalism and social media content creation. “People sit online insulting others and call themselves journalists. When they are attacked, GJA defends them, but we must ask: are they truly journalists? We must protect the integrity of our profession,” she stressed.
The Editor of The Spectator, Mrs Georgina N.M Quaittoo wished them well in their campaigns and quest to serve the GJA.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
