DAVAO First District Rep. Paolo Duterte called on all the graduates of the Philippine College of Technology Inc. to remain optimistic and committed amid the most challenging times ahead.

During his speech for the 31st commencement exercises of the PCT, Duterte encouraged the graduates of various courses to prepare for what life awaits them.

PCT is a modern college offering high school, college, and vocational education, skills certifications, and workforce to industry courses.

The lawmaker emphasized that life beyond the institute is expansive and limitless adding that all the graduates must always be ready to tackle potential challenges that come with the future’s highs and lows.

“Do not be afraid to encounter the downs in life. Setbacks are part of life. The way you deal with these events is what matters most. Remember that success comes from effort and development, not from being gifted,” said Duterte.

The solon also urged the graduates to pack themselves with tons of passion, perseverance, diligence, endurance, and hard work as they bid goodbye to the institute.

He said that with these attributes, he believes their future will reserve a special place in this fast and ever-changing world.