A Ghanaian business executive has challenged the widely held belief that traveling abroad is essential for financial success, arguing that wealth creation depends more on mindset and discipline than location.
Benjamin Anyanah, CEO of BC Bencyn Group, made the remarks during a radio discussion on Dreamz FM, where he addressed youth unemployment and entrepreneurship.
“It is not about where you are going. It is about who you are,” he said, dismissing the perception that opportunities are only available outside Ghana.
Mr Anyanah noted that while some Ghanaians return from abroad with financial gains, many achieve this through extreme sacrifice and disciplined living conditions he believes can be replicated locally.
“People travel and deny themselves comfort just to save. You can do the same here and build something,” he said.
He added that even in developed countries, poverty persists, citing individuals who struggle despite living in major global cities.
The entrepreneur emphasized that Ghana’s family support systems often provide a stronger safety net than state welfare systems abroad, reducing the risks associated with starting small-scale ventures locally.
Addressing a caller’s concern about starting a business without capital, Mr Anyanah reiterated his stance that financial resources are not the primary barrier.
“You need zero capital to start, if you are ready to follow the process,” he said, encouraging young people to focus on developing skills and identifying problems they can solve.
“Job is about solving a problem. Are you saying you cannot solve any problem?” he asked.
He also warned against comfort and reluctance to leave one’s comfort zone, describing it as a major obstacle to success.
“Many of us are too comfortable to take the first step,” he said.
Mr Anyanah called for practical entrepreneurship training and community-based mentorship programs, offering to engage directly with youth groups to share business knowledge and experiences.
He concluded by urging young people to rethink their approach to work and opportunity, stressing that discipline, resilience and value creation are key to long-term success.
