Scenario:I began my journey in 1982, focusing on my specialty, which was the design and construction of geotechnical works in civil engineering. This included projects involving underground structures, whether on land or in waterways such as rivers, large canals, navigation channels, or even the open sea. The company I worked for at the time was one of the largest contracting firms in Egypt and the Middle East. I was fortunate to specialize in a new type of deep foundation: Large Diameter Bored Piles. The primary advantage of these piles is their large diameter, which enables them to support heavy loads and function effectively in various soil types, including both soft and rocky ground. I was among the first generation to work with this type of pile construction in Egypt. After mastering both the design and construction aspects, I realized I had a unique advantage, as few people possess expertise in both areas. In 1984, just two years later, I was presented with an incredible opportunity to transfer my knowledge to one of the largest foundation companies in Egypt. My mission was to introduce this new pile system to their organization, train their engineers and technicians on its use, and manage the projects that would implement this system. The first project I worked on with the new company was in Damanhour, about 65 km before Alexandria, and it was the company's first project using this new pile system. This was the first time the company's engineers and technicians worked with this pile system. We started making a trial pile outside the site of the main buildings of the project, as requested by the owner, so he could see our work method and approve it. Everything was going well, we dug the preliminary pile without any problems, but suddenly!!!! The consultant representative decided to visit the ready mix concrete batch plant station where we would be using its concrete for concreting our proposed preliminary pile, which is about a kilometer away from the pile location we were working on. He had just seen it the day before and approved it, but what could I do!!! I tried to make him understand that my priority was to follow up on the pile preparation for pouring, and that his quality control technician was there, and if he saw something he didn't like, he would stop it, but he insisted that I go with him. I went with him against my will to the ready-mix concrete batch plant station because he had the right to search anything at any time. When we returned, we poured the pile, and everything went well. But when I examined the concrete tremie pipes that had emerged from the pile after pouring, I sensed something was wrong... The pipes were shorter than the intended length! I had the team measure them, and unfortunately, my suspicions proved to be correct... Disaster struck, and the pile was no longer useful. It needed to be replaced, and the cost was around 50,000 Egyptian pounds. Oops! I imagined people saying, "Your money's gone, Saber!"!!!! The world had gone dark in my eyes. It was my first day at the company, and people were talking about me as an expert coming to teach them, and in the end, my first pile was ruined! My disgrace would be huge. But after I calmed down, I sat with my crew and understood from them that the supervision engineer working with me carried out the instructions of the consultant's representative engineer, who said, "Don't install all the tremie concrete pipes to save time. The concrete will reach the bottom by itself. Where will it go? Will it go down to the end of the pile!!!!" Of course, this was a disastrous mistake. What made matters worse was that the engineer working with me carried out the order without consulting me, and before we started pouring, he didn't tell me, even though I had returned from the concrete batch plant station before that and stood next to him for a long time, which would have been enough to fix the situation before pouring. But God's will be done, and I said, there must be a message from God sent to me. I am an individual who believes in critically analyzing and devising comprehensive solutions to any challenges that arise, intending to prevent the recurrence of these issues, whether they pertain to myself or others. To this end, I dedicated three months to researching and reviewing the obstacles encountered by my colleagues and me. This included studying global best practices from countries such as Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands, as well as traveling to these locations to observe their projects firsthand. As a result of this extensive research, I developed an innovative, creative, practical, and realistic approach that addresses all identified problems. However, it is essential that these solutions are implemented in a strictly professional manner during work hours. The atmosphere should remain focused, free from joking or sharing personal opinions. Any individual wishing to express their thoughts should do so either before or after the designated work period. The implementation phase is intended solely for execution, in order to mitigate any potential issues that from arise. The financial implications of the proposed solutions are minimal, similar to the nominal cost associated with the tremie concrete pipes, which we discussed today. The innovative approach involved lowering the tremie concrete pipes fully into the pile hole until they made contact with the bottom of the drilled hole, rather than relying solely on measurements. This methodology allowed for direct observation of the process, rather than depending exclusively on theoretical calculations. We measured the length of the tremie concrete pipes externally and then lowered them into the pile hole until they touched and rested on the bottom, thereby ensuring that they extended to the end of the drilled hole. This represented a significant advancement, as it entirely removed the risk of errors regarding the length of the tremie pipes. Employing this same strategy enabled us to effectively address other anticipated challenges. Since that pivotal moment, I am pleased to report that this issue has not recurred either for me or for any of the engineers I have trained. I have since implemented a rigorous system of precautions applicable to all the projects I manage, which continues to evolve as new tools and advanced implementation methods become available. By fortunate circumstances, this marked the beginning of my successes within the company, both domestically in Egypt and internationally in several Arabian Gulf countries, various North African countries, East Asia, Eastern Europe, and some islands in the Indian Ocean. I proactively sought opportunities for advancement and, by my efforts, quickly ascended through the organizational hierarchy. Eventually, I attained the role of General Manager for the company’s branch in Abu Dhabi. Following this, I transitioned to roles in multinational corporations, occupying leadership positions that culminated in my appointment as Managing Director, Vice Chairman, and ultimately, CEO of several prestigious firms. Recognizing the importance of mentorship, I have resolved to share the knowledge I have amassed over my more than 40 years of experience with aspiring engineers. My objective is to ensure that others do not encounter the same challenges I faced and to pave the way for future generations to achieve success without repeating previous mistakes.