Staying informed and inspired is crucial when navigating a dynamic business landscape, like that of Ghana’s. Here, your role as an entrepreneur requires you to excel beyond the goal of selling products (or services) and stacking profits. Fully understanding this enterprise means you learn the work culture of the people, its pain points, the type of leadership style you must adopt, how easy or difficult processes can take and well a lot more. 

And since time is of the essence for many entrepreneurs, podcasts are a convenient way to gain more business insights, learn from industry experts, and discover new strategies to tackle the local Ghanaian workforce,  its market and how to eventually beat the system.

Below is a curated list of five (5) business podcasts that provide valuable content for the Ghanaian entrepreneur;

1. Konnected Minds Podcast

Hosted by Derrick Abaitey, the Konnected Minds Podcast focuses on a blend of stories from those in the Business, Self-Development, and Real Estate industries, especially the experience of diasporans involved in entrepreneurship in Ghana. 

Every episode of the podcast amplifies the need for you to start your business venture or push through certain challenges by listening to the relatable business insights from guests. If you want to understand business on a deeper level then The Konnected Minds podcast is for you. It offers content on self-mastery, motivation and practical business strategies for personal and professional growth.

2. The Peswa Podcast

The Peswa Podcast explores the Ghanaian business ecosystem with featured stories from guests – entrepreneurs, legal practitioners, and business leaders, who provide insights on the harsh truths, challenges and successes that exist on the business front in Ghana. This podcast promises to be beneficial to entrepreneurs seeking to understand the legal and practical aspects of starting and running a business in Ghana. Hear it right from the mouths of those who have ventured, failed and triumphed in the end.

3. The Sound of Accra

Adrian Daniels is the host of “The Sound of Accra”, a podcast that tells it all about the strides of Ghanaian founders, entrepreneurs, and creators worldwide, whose aim is to create global Ghanaian excellence through business and innovation. 

Within the packed Sound of Accra playlists, are episodes that feature powerful interviews on lives, business, and career of these moguls. Get a glimpse of the journeys of entrepreneurs and creative innovators from Ghana and in the Diaspora, and learn the blueprint on how to do it too.

4. Joy Business Masterclass

Joy Business Masterclass is a Multimedia Ghana program which offers a knowledge-sharing experience on topics concerning business, especially  agribusiness. The podcast/radio show features Ghana’s top agribusiness and brand growth professionals who share their real-world experiences to guide listeners through various topics. As an entrepreneur interested in the agribusiness sector, and others, this podcast provides comprehensive lessons and insights into most industries’ potential and challenges.

5. Building Bytes

A refreshing addition to the list is, the business/tech podcast, Building Bytes (hosted by four software entrepreneurs – Akweley, Caleb, Poga, and Yaw) which highlights the relevant stories about Ghana’s tech ecosystem to drive growth and innovation. As industry experts themselves, the podcast provides an excellent guest line-up for listeners like you, who love all things digital, business and tech. 

If you’re looking to understand and navigate Ghana’s evolving tech space, their recent conversion with Restus Numadzi, the CEO of Built, a fintech supporting small businesses thrive, is a good way to start.

6. Unscripted with Raygan

Unscripted with Raygan is a podcast, spotlighting inspiring conversations with Young Ghanaian entrepreneurs, creatives, and tech professionals. Reagan Marfo, the host and his guests bring on diverse viewpoints and real-life lessons into the world of business, branding, and innovation. Making it ideal for young entrepreneurs seeking insight on how to start. With several episodes covering digital careers, startup growth, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship, Unscripted with Raygan offers both motivation and actionable takeaways.

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Engaging with these five (5) business podcasts, and more can provide you with different levels of knowledge, inspiration, and practical advice. Whether you’re looking to start a small business or restrategize as an entrepreneur, these podcasts offer a lot more insights to support your growth.