Drive to Succeed

Mohamed Mansour was born in Egypt in the post-war period, had to support himself through college in the US, fought cancer, and returned to Egypt to help revive his family's business group. He and his family now stand at the helm of some of the largest companies in North Africa and the Middle East, have partnered with global brands, and invested in Silicon Valley successes. His inspirational story demonstrates the importance of learning from experience and never giving up in the drive to succeed.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 07 December 2023
Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Mohamed Mansour has lived a life marked by resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Born in Egypt during the post-war period, his childhood was abruptly halted at the age of ten when he nearly lost a leg in a devastating car accident. Despite the setback, Mansour refused to let circumstances define him. At 18, he faced the challenge of supporting himself through college in the United States, as his family's assets were seized by the Egyptian government. Undeterred, Mansour worked tirelessly to earn a degree and establish himself in the US.

However, his journey was far from over. At the age of 20, Mansour was diagnosed with cancer, a setback that would test his strength and resilience. But he refused to let the disease define him, and with the support of his family and medical professionals, he battled through treatment and emerged victorious.

After overcoming his personal challenges, Mansour returned to Egypt at the age of 25 with a mission to revive the fortunes of his family's once thriving business group. The group had diversified into various sectors, including automobiles, construction equipment, fast food, and venture capital. Mansour's leadership and vision guided the group's expansion, and they became some of the largest companies in North Africa and the Middle East.

Throughout his career, Mansour has partnered with global brands such as General Motors, Caterpillar, McDonald's, and invested early in successful Silicon Valley startups like Facebook, Uber, and Airbnb. He also served as Egypt's Transport Minister from 2005 to 2009, where he implemented policies aimed at improving the country's transportation infrastructure.

Mohamed Mansour's inspirational story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of learning from experience. His journey has taught him that no obstacle is too great to overcome, and that with hard work, determination, and a positive attitude, one can achieve anything they set their mind to. Mansour's story serves as an inspiration to people around the world, reminding us that no matter how difficult our circumstances may be, we have the power to overcome them and build a better future for ourselves and those around us.

Weight: 500g
Dimension: 236 x 158 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529911282