Knowledge Committee 2021 Graduate Representative Application

By James Fricker. See more about me here .

Why would you like to be a 2021 Graduate Representative? (108 words)

I am always looking to learn. From reading books to researching topics in my spare time, I am always looking to learn more about the world around me. This desire and hunger to discover new things has absolutely helped me land a role at ANZ.

Often, I look for areas in which I can share new knowledge and my passion for learning. When I first heard that ANZ had a knowledge committee, I knew it was the opportunity for me.

Being able to connect my colleagues with experts and provide them with valuable learning experiences is something that really excites me, and I would love to be involved.

What will you bring to the role? (145 words)

I am passionate about learning. I expect that this passion will rub off on my colleagues and that together we can provide an excellent learning experience to our fellow grads.

Despite our unique start to our grad program in 2021, I have managed to connect well with many graduates, and see this connection as vital in seeing what my colleagues actually want from KnowComm.

I also think my approach to events and tasks is unique. Submitting my application in the form of a website or post is an example of something that is not the normal approach. I am always looking for ways to improve, to do things differently and to make things better. I think that this approach will lead to benefits in sourcing and delivering KnowComm events, as well as the main goal which is making the KnowComm experience one that is invaluable.

What are you curious about? (100 words)

I read a lot of books and these are one of my main sources of learning. I’m also interested in public speaking and I attend my local Toastmasters club.

When I read books, I do read mostly non-fiction. I am really interested in psychology and books like Psycho-Cybernetics and The Alter Ego Effect , I read about finance and economics with books like The Deficit Myth and Meltdown among many other genre’s and titles. You can see all the books I read last year and a quick summary here .