On the other hand, while the secretary said that the PCOO has accomplished so much and has been successful in many endeavors with the innovations and initiatives in communication, he likewise acknowledged that there were failures along the way.
“I always allow failure because if you do not allow failure, tendency is people become scared to try. It’s normal to fail. Once you stop failing it means you stop trying, and when you continue to fail, the chances of succeeding or achieving is also there,” Andanar said.
Some employees of PIA also conveyed their gratitude to Secretary Andanar. Leonilo D. Lopido of PIA Region 8, who has been with the agency for 19 years said, “Your exceptional brand of leadership, your legacy, and significant accomplishments as the PCOO Secretary and as our leader, served as a foundation of the true meaning of public service.”
“You have portrayed to us the soul of real communicator, one who effects change and inspires everyone to innovate, empower, and shape one’s influence over the community especially in the grassroots and even with the challenges of the new normal setting,” Lopido added.
