The Albert Ocran Podcast

This series seeks to help us answer important questions like what the church is, why you must belong to a church, the type of church God loves, your role in the church, and how the New Wine Temple can become a model church. 

Tip#89: Maintain the Cycle. Each harvest contains the seedfor the next season. Rejoice and be thankful, but don't prolong the celebratory mode. Immediately start preparing for your next season or next level. 

Ever wondered why some people seem to get everyone's attention without spending a fortune? What do they know that others don't? Find out in this episode of Springboard Your Virtual University as Stephen Naasei Boadi unpacks the emerging trends changing the way we engage, connect, and grow in today's world.You’ll see your business, career, and even your social media presence differently after this conversation. See less

Tip#88: Without a sense of vision and focus, the abundance ofthe harvest can make you abandon your discipline and foundational values. Do not abandon your core values that brought you success in the first place. 

In this message, we explore what it means to overcome by faith and the confidence that comes from trusting God through every season of life. As you listen, be encouraged to fix your eyes on Him, strengthen your faith, and stand firm in His promises.

Have you ever felt that God was asking you to do something far bigger than your ability? That is exactly what happened to Gideon. He was hiding for fear when God found Him. In this message, we explore the story of Gideon. May the Lord bless His word. In Jesus' name. Amen!

Tip#87: "Wealth makes many friends... and every man is afriend to one who gives gifts." (Proverbs 19:4,6) Prosperity and wealth easily attract all manner of people. Beware of "friends" who only emerge at harvest time. 

Tip#86: Receiving a harvest requires capacity. An unpreparedfarmer can easily be overwhelmed. If you fail to build the requisite capacity to receive and manage a big harvest, you are likely to suffer post-harvest losses.

In a world of unproductive living, how do you stand out as a Godly and fruitful model? In part 7 of my series on Aligning with the Kingdom, we explore the secret of LIVING AS WHEAT AMONG TARES.

Tip#85: The abundance of a harvest comes with a temptation to engage in extravagance, prodigality, and over-generosity. Exercise self-control and avoid waste. Remember, every harvest is followed by seed time.

In this message, we discover how to stay spiritually alert, overcome the enemy's schemes, and protect God's purpose for our lives. May the Lord add his blessings to His Word. In Jesus' name. Amen.

Your salary is not the problem; your money habits might be. Why do some people build wealth on an ordinary income while others earn more but never seem to get ahead? The answer may surprise you.On this episode of #Springboard, Your #VirtualUniversity, I sit down with Paul Mante, Managing Director of Ecobank Development Corporation Ghana Limited, for a conversation on the money decisions that shape your future. From spending habits to saving, investing, and building lasting wealth, this episode is packed with lessons you can start applying immediately.

Tip#84: When your harvest time finally arrives, the resultsof your earlier endeavors will manifest. If you did nothing at seed time expect no harvest. You cannot reap where you have not sowed. 

"We can't become what we need to be by remaining what we are." - Oprah Winfrey Growth is not a matter of wishful thinking; it demands difficult decisions, purposeful planning, the humility to learn, and the discipline to keep going long after motivation has faded.In this episode of #Springboard, Your #VirtualUniversity, I sit down with Maame Ekua Gaisey, The People Enabler-Managing Partner, Five Six Five, for a conversation on “The Personal Development Journey.”If you are ready to become more than you are today, this conversation is for you.

Tip#83: Your faith will always be tested. Setbacks andChallenges will often try to sow doubt and uncertainty in your mind, but keep believing. 

“Relationship Without Responsibility” is part 5 of my series on Aligning with the Kingdom. Part 1 was on “The Narrow Way”, Part 2 was on the “Trap of Comparison”, Part 3 was on “Humble Yourself in the Sight of the Lord,” and Part 4 was on “Relationship before Responsibility.” May the Lord add His blessings to His word. In Jesus' name. Amen.

People do not leave organizations. More often than not, they leave broken relationships. The best managers understand that results come through people, and people thrive where trust exists. In this episode of #Springboard, Your #VirtualUniversity, we discuss “The Manager as a Relationship Builder” with Yawa Hansen-Quao, Managing Director of HQ Consulting. She shares practical insights on building trust, strengthening teams, and creating relationships that stand the test of pressure and change. See less

God has called every one of us to do His work on earth. Discover what it means to become an instrument in God's hands, walk in obedience to His purpose, and make an impact for His Kingdom through your daily life.

Tip#82: Deploy the mixed cropping strategy. Business ideaswith long gestation periods can be combined with other short-term projects that bear fruit early. That way, you avoid getting discouraged by the wait.

Being a great dad today is about so much more than just paying the bills or having your name on a birth certificate. It is about actually showing up, being emotionally present, and helping us navigate this crazy digital world. In this episode of #Springboard, Your #VirtualUniversity, I sit down with the amazing Elder Amos Kevin-Annan (CEO of Hearts & Habits Foundation), who has worked with countless families and seen it all - the incredible impact when fatherhood is done right, and what it costs when it isn't. Together, we break down everything from healing old family cycles to the real keys to emotional connection.

Tip#81: Protect your vision. While waiting for your plant oridea to mature, don't leave it unattended. Carefully nurture and protect it from pests, parasites, and thieves.

We are human beings; not human doings. In this sermon, we find out why our relationship with God comes first before anything we do for Him or in His name. May the Lord bless His Word. Amen.

You are one bad decision away from ruining everything! It sounds harsh, but it is the reality of leadership. One wrong call can drain your budget, kill your team’s morale, or halt your organization entirely. In this episode of #Springboard, Your #VirtualUniversity, we dive deep into “The Manager as a Decision Maker” to explore the raw strategies behind making tough calls under pressure. My guest? A woman who has mastered this high-stakes matrix: Lily Nutakor, Registrar of Central University. She is a trailblazer who made history as the first woman and alumna to break the glass ceiling into Senior University Management. Armed with over two decades of leadership experience, she knows exactly how to back tough choices with courage.

Tip#80: Waiting times vary for every seed. Tomatoes bear fruit in 2 months, rubber in 7 years, while teak takes over 30 years to materialize. The bigger your project, the longer the wait could possibly be. The purpose determines the gestation period. 

This sermon is part 3 of our ongoing series on "Aligning with the Kingdom. In this sermon, we explore one of the most overlooked concepts among Christians today - humbling ourselves in the sight of the Lord. May the Lord bless His word. Amen

The old-school rule for managing people used to be simple: "Obey before complain."But in today's corporate world, if your team only obeys because they have to, they’ll leave the second a better offer comes along. Modern management is about driving alignment with a story. Every manager, whether you head IT, HR, Finance, or Marketing, is actually a Media Channel and a Chief Storyteller. In this episode of #Springboard, Your #VirtualUniversity, I host Sandra Amartikar Amarquaye of Karpowership Ghana to dissect The Manager as a Communicator. If you lead a team of one or one hundred, this is your survival guide for the modern workspace. Enjoy and share your thoughts.

Tip#79: Between the seed and the harvest is a mandatorywaiting period. Your idea may not materialize on the same day. The waiting or gestation period is an important part of the growth process. Be patient with yourself. 

Tip#78: Your seed will die before it germinates. A newinitiative will most often encounter some uncertainty, stagnation, or even retrogression before progress sets in.

Why are some lives so profitable and others so stagnant? Find out in this message as we talk about Profitable Living from God's perspective.

You and I are “fearfully and wonderfully made,” and so the scriptures say in Psalm 139:14. So why do we sometimes get trapped in that place where we measure our progress, relevance, or fulfillment based on how well we compare to what others are doing? How dangerous can this tendency be?Find out in this message as we explore THE TRAP OF COMPARISON.

Tip#77: It takes passion and courage to envision somethingyou love and sow the seeds required to achieve it. There are many people who know what they want but are unwilling to pay the high price required.

Have you ever said ENOUGH IS ENOUGH? Everyone gets to that place where you say you deserve more, can be more, or can do more. In this message, we pray about 7 scriptural things you can do whenever you feel an overwhelming sense of limitation. It will be a mega blessing to you.

“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it." Matthew 7:13–14, NIV

Tip#76: The most common obstacles that hinder progress andfruitfulness in any venture includes lack of understanding, fear, indecision, paralysis, inertia, and lack of resources.

“Your seed will bear much fruit” is part 2 of my message on 'Our End, The Glory.' As you listen to this message, may every form of stagnation and retrogression in your life bend the knee to the name of Jesus. In Jesus' name. Amen

Tip#75: Productivity thrives on speed and timing. After allthe feasibility studies are done, and the issues cleared, you must move at the right pace and the right time with your idea, your vision, or your business.

What truly sets an entrepreneur apart? Is it talent, training, or a way of thinking that is built over time? Business does not reward ideas alone; it rewards clarity of thought, discipline in execution, and a deep understanding of people. In this episode of Springboard, Your Virtual University, I engage Professor Robert Hinson, a distinguished marketing scholar and academic leader with over three decades of experience across academia, industry, and enterprise development. Together, we unpack a question many people ask. Are entrepreneurs born, or can the mindset be developed? And if it can be developed, what does that process really look like in practical terms?

Tip#74: Don't plant your good seed or ideas on bad soil. Takecontrol of your work environment, friendships, music, or mood. The atmosphere you operate in matters. Create an inspiring ambience around you. 

In this episode, we explore God’s plans for our lives and how the route to glory can be incredibly convoluted. May the Lord add His blessings to His word.

This week on Springboard, Your Virtual University, we continue our series, The Entrepreneurial Mindset, with a timely and important conversation on building with purpose, scale, and lasting impact. I engage Alloysius Attah, CEO and Co-Founder of Farmerline, whose work is transforming agriculture across continents. With operations in over 50 countries and more than 2.2 million farmers digitized, his journey shows what happens when vision is backed by discipline and consistency.

Tip#73: The future you desire should influence your present.The type, quality, and quantity of today's seed will determine tomorrow's harvest. Plant with the expected harvest in mind.

In this sermon, we open God’s Word and lift up prayer against habits, addictions, limitations, wrong relationships, cycles of defeat, repeated failures, and setbacks that have tried to imprison our loved ones or us.

In this sermon, I conclude my series on ‘Accessing The Kingdom.’ I trust it will be a great blessing to you.

In this episode of Springboard, Your Virtual University, we continue our series 'The Entrepreneurial Mindset', and Andrew Ackah, CEO of Dentsu and President of the Advertising Association of Ghana, joins me. His over two decades of work across Africa have influenced brands, people, and industries. This conversation looks into thinking strategically, leading people well, and building systems that can grow beyond you.

Tip#72: At the foundation stages or seed time of yourproject, avoid the temptation to compare yourself to or blindly imitate the choices and lifestyles of others who are enjoying their harvest.

In this sermon of our series on Accessing the Kingdom, we explore The Hidden Treasure. May your eyes be opened to the secrets of the Kingdom as you listen to the word of God. In Jesus' name. Amen.

In this episode of Springboard, Your Virtual University, I sit with Anthony Dzamefe, Founder and CEO of Caveman Watches, to explore the mindset behind building a brand that proudly represents Ghana on the global stage. From starting with very little to creating a product that competes beyond borders, his journey speaks to resilience, patience, and a strong sense of identity. It is a reminder that great businesses are not built overnight. They are built through consistent effort, clear vision, and the willingness to stay the course when results are not immediate.

Tip#71: Every seed you plant is a sacrifice for the future.Whether it is writing a book, developing a skill, or learning a language, you deny yourself of something today for the sake of a higher cause or to attain a greater return. 

In this message, you will find out why the enemy is already defeated and what the victory means for you. May the Lord bless His word.

In this episode of Springboard, Your Virtual University, I sit down with Tonyi Senayah, CEO of Horseman Shoes, to unpack the thinking, discipline, and resilience required to build a business from the ground up.