Goulburn local Tom McGregor is one of the state finalists in the ALPA Young Auctioneers Competition.
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A territory sales manager for about four-and-a-half years, the 24-year old working at Elders in Goulburn became an agent to add to his skills.
"I grew to love his job. The part that I love most about my job is interacting with clients and working with livestock," he said.
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His mentor Steve Ridley has helped him gain experience in this field.
"He has experience in all aspects of auctioneering," he said.
He said the lifestyle of an agent suited him and since the livestock market had turned in the past month, it was fantastic to see his clients being rewarded for their hard work during the drought.
"They've had a tough time, so being able to help clients get the best deal for their stock has been a highlight of the job recently," he said.
Tom grew up on a family farm near Cootamundra which produced wool and prime lambs, so he's always keen to get home in his free time.
He said it was the interaction with agents at the sale yards as a child that drew him to the profession.
"One of the other agents offered some advice which I try to follow: know what you are selling, know who you are selling it to and know what it's worth," he said.
Tom enjoys playing cricket and rugby union.
He is one of the 10 young auctioneers in the state who will showcase their skills at the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets on September 3.
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