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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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THE Accra Technical University (ATU) on Tuesday officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 in Accra, aimed at driving innovation and strengthening institutional capacity across key operational areas.
Speaking at the launch, Mr Humphrey Awuletey Williams, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oswal Investments Limited, explained that the strategic plan seeks to respond to emerging challenges while positioning the institution as a forward-thinking leader in development.
He urged the university’s leadership to leverage their expertise to train students to be innovative and produce competitive products for both African and international markets.
According to him, employers increasingly demand competence-based human capital beyond academic certificates to drive development.
Mr Williams commended the Governing Council, Academic Board, Management, and other stakeholders for developing what he described as a ‘formative tool,’ and encouraged them to ensure its full implementation.
The Vice Chancellor of ATU, Mr Amevi Acapkvovi, emphasised that the strategic plan focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
“The strategic plan is not just a document, but a commitment to excellence, accountability and progress,” he said, adding that inclusivity is also central to the institution’s operations.
He outlined seven key focus areas of the plan: industry-based education; digital transformation and modernised infrastructure; quality assurance and institutional excellence; industry-driven research, innovation and entrepreneurship; staff development, motivation and welfare; strategic partnerships and increased visibility; and sustainable and green technologies.
Prof. Ernest Abotsi, stressed that the plan must not ‘gather dust’ but should be actively implemented to achieve success.
“Currently, ATU is adopting measures to assess the cost of running the institution, and this plan will serve as a guide to promote the university at every level,” he said.
Stakeholders present lauded the initiative, noting that its clear framework and measurable targets would help track progress and ensure transparency in the institution’s operations.
The university expressed confidence that, with support from partners and staff, the plan would significantly contribute to national development and set a benchmark for excellence in the sector.
The ceremony brought together stakeholders from government, traditional leadership, academia, industry, and civil society.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
It was an exciting moment as hundreds of revellers from various parts of Accra trooped to the Independence Square beach in Osu to celebrate Easter.
Dressed in all kinds of beach costumes, parents were seen with their children having fun and enjoying the moment.
Others made the best of their outing by engaging in other fun activities.
The revellers engaged in games such as football, ampe, athletics while others just sat, relaxed to release stress amidst music provided by some revellers.
By Lizzy Okai
