YPMTP 2017 Testimonial by André Jabir Assumpção – Brazil- ECR Engenharia Ltda.

When I heard about the FIDIC YPMTP, a course with the opportunity of meeting people, of all around the world, that works in the same market I do, my first thought was “I have to do this course”. I was really excited with the opportunity of exchange ideas and knowledge, to see how other cultures deal with the challenges I deal daily in Brazil. I couldn’t be more accomplished after the course. All my expectations, not only have been fulfilled, but overcome. During the online course, the debates were great. The experience of summarize ideas from almost 10 countries, was a big challenge. But the real deal was reserved for the week we spent together in Jakarta.

 

Not even in my best thoughts could I imagine what would happen in those days. It was great to realize that, despite the differences of each culture and market, our challenges are quite the same in every place. We had the opportunity to get to know different ways professionals deal with them. Furthermore, we were able to discuss and built new solutions joining our knowledge.


We spent five intense days studying, including Saturday and Sunday, sometimes more than 8 hours a day, but it was not massive, on the contrary, the time passed quickly, in fact, it seems that lacked time. This intense work was rewarded, when we could present our ideas summarized after much discussion of more than 30 YPs. I confess that reaching a consensus with more than 30 participants was quite a challenge. But, bigger then the challenge, it was the feeling of accomplishment after we managed to compose our ideas and present them to the peers of our community.

 

One thing is certain. I came back to Brazil a better professional. With a different perspective of our business, a great network, some new friends and a lot of new ideas to share in my company and national association. Really hope to maintain this exchange and be able to become more involved in FIDIC YP.

 

Testimonial written by André Jabir Assumpção – Brazil- ECR Engenharia Ltda.

 

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