collabbWAY Leadership Models
Frameworks that help organisations and leaders lead, design, and change differently
collabbWAY leadership models translate relational leadership into everyday leadership practices. Each model provides leaders and organisations with a shared language and clear tools for navigating behaviour, culture and change. Grounded in behavioural insight, lived leadership experience and real workplace dynamics, these frameworks help teams move from intention to action and from conversation to meaningful results.
The Relational Leadership Method (RLM) by collabbWAY
At the heart of collabbWAY is the Relational Leadership Method (RLM). It is a leadership framework built around six leadership lenses and 27 relational behavioural skills that help leaders navigate the human side of leadership.
The method focuses on the everyday leadership moments where relationships, behaviour and pressure intersect. Rather than relying on theory alone, the method provides practical micro-skills and behavioural shifts that can be applied immediately in conversations, decision-making, change initiatives and team dynamics.
The collabbWAY models translate this method into practical leadership tools used across organisations and teams.
How it works
collabbWAY Models are designed to scale — from individual coaching conversations to organisation-wide change. They integrate across leadership levels, giving everyone a straightforward way to connect, communicate, and co-create progress. Use them to:
Strengthen leadership capability
Align culture and strategy
Embed sustainable change
Build collaborative systems and teams.
Why they work
collabbWAY leadership models work because they focus on the part of leadership that shapes everyday outcomes – relationships, attitude and behaviour. Most leadership frameworks focus on strategy, structure or performance systems.
While these matter, the success of any organisation is ultimately shaped by how people interact, communicate and make decisions together.
The collabbWAY models translate relational leadership into practical leadership actions.
What People Say About Working with Brooke
"Brooke was an absolute pleasure to work with, super smart, knows the community services sector really well, values driven and a genuinely nice person too. She has a great work ethic and builds long lasting relationships with people based on collaboration and mutual respect."
Richard Nearn, NFP Executive
“Brooke held the room so carefully, sharing practice insights with a strong focus on the intersection of practice and lived experience. She is a skilled and evidence-based presenter and her time and expertise is much appreciated.”
"I was one of the students in the social work session you spoke at today. I just wanted to let you know, your talk brought me to tears. Thank you for putting so eloquently what is such a lived experience for so many. When you spoke of advocacy being labelled as difficult, I have never felt so seen. So, thank you! The world is privileged to have such a beautiful voice speaking loudly. "
Social Work Student, Deakin University
Tamara Holmes, Deakin University
“I’ve worked alongside Brooke for many years, collaborating across a range of projects, and have consistently admired her ability to quickly grasp what’s required, maintain strong team focus on the objective, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Brooke’s strength lies in her deep understanding of leadership and team dynamics, and her ability to translate this into practical, well-structured models and approaches that managers can readily apply. She is an excellent communicator who engages people at all levels and brings them along on the journey.
Brooke is genuinely committed to helping leaders build stronger, more connected teams. I would highly recommend her to any organisation or individual looking to strengthen leadership capability and team effectiveness.
Philippa Bolton, NFP Manager
“Brooke brings an energy and enthusiasm to her leadership that lifts everyone around her. As a leader, she is both inspiring and genuinely considerate — the kind of manager who supports people to do their best work.
One of her real strengths is how quickly she can understand an issue and cut through to practical, effective strategies. She also sees and recognises the strengths in others straight away, which makes working with them feel motivating and valued.
Deb Kirkwood, NFP Manager
“Brooke is a dedicated professional who consistently goes above and beyond to ensure team success. Collaborating with her on the design, development and implementation of an org-wide practice framework project was a true pleasure; she brought a positive attitude and exceptional organisational skills to every challenge.
Beyond her technical delivery, Brooke is a natural leader who manages complex relationships with ease. She has a unique ability to influence stakeholders at all levels, navigating cross-organisational dynamics to build motivation and drive momentum. Brooke knows how to turn complex project requirements into actionable, successful outcomes. Any team would be lucky to have her, and I look forward to working with her again!
Tamara White, CEI - Senior Advisor
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