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Claire Bateman
Feb 282 min read
Listening to the Right Voices: A Roadside Reflection
Managing Director, Claire Bateman reflects on community engagement In regional Australia, big decisions often come from the top down. But...
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claire9426
Feb 183 min read
Working with the Mob and Backing Aboriginal Businesses
We love working with Aboriginal organisations because the people we’ve met and worked with have been open, sharing, warm, and funny -...
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claire9426
Feb 183 min read
Strategic Planning is the Key to Business Growth and Success
Let’s be real—a business without a strategic plan is like a ship without a course. You might have a vague idea of where you want to go,...
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claire9426
Feb 182 min read
What is a Pragmatic Reformer?
Are you happy with the status quo? We’re not. But let’s be clear—we’re not revolutionaries, either. We’re not here to burn it all down...
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claire9426
Feb 43 min read
Keeping Culture, Creating Jobs: First Nations Sandalwood Harvesting in Remote Towns
First Nations people have harvested sandalwood for generations, but employment in this industry goes beyond wages.
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claire9426
Jan 303 min read
Reconciliation Action Plans: It’s Not About Who Writes the Plan, But Who Lives It.
A reflection by Jade Malanczak I want to start by acknowledging my own perspective—I’m a Wadjula* who has worked in the First Nations...
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claire9426
Jan 303 min read
If I Drink Any More Tea, I’ll Turn Into a Teapot—But I Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way
A Reflection by Jade Malanczak Have you ever found yourself in a conversation that completely changed the way you see something? One of...
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claire9426
Jan 113 min read
"Triple D": A Triple-A Framework for Impactful Engagement
Kambarang Yorga's Camp 2024 - Red Moort Reserve, Gnowangerup A reflection from Jade Malanczak Over the years, I’ve worked in community...
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claire9426
Jan 81 min read
Why Listening is Critical
When it comes to engaging with communities and stakeholders, listening is not just a soft skill—it is the foundation of meaningful and...
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claire9426
Jan 81 min read
Top 5 Ways Interim Leadership Can Support Not-for-Profits
Keep Your Mission on Track Leadership transitions can disrupt focus. Interim leaders provide stability, keeping your organisation...
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Claire Bateman
Jan 24 min read
Why Decentralisation is Regional WA’s Biggest Opportunity (And How You Can Lead the Way)
What if the future of Western Australia wasn’t anchored in Perth but in the vast, diverse regions that make up the bulk of our state?...
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claire9426
Dec 17, 20243 min read
Strategic Planning for Arts & Culture
At Wander Collective, we know the arts sector isn’t just about creativity—it’s about sustainability, growth, and cultural impact. Whether...
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claire9426
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Raise Money Fast with a Powerful Prospectus
When raising money for your business, organisation, or community initiative, having a well-crafted prospectus is not just a good...
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claire9426
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Management Consultant vs Business Consultant
Management consultants are often called in to help organisations address complex problems, improve performance, or navigate transitions....
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claire9426
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Interim Leadership Services: Expert Support for Organisational Success
In the world of organisational support and management, “interim leadership” is a term that is not always well understood. At Wander, we...
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claire9426
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Branding: More Than a Logo
When you think of branding, what comes to mind? For many, it’s a sleek logo, an eye-catching font, or perhaps a clever tagline. But...
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claire9426
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Why We Started Wander - to Support Rural, Regional & Remote Organisations
When we launched Wander, it was driven by frustration—a frustration that organisations and businesses in regional and remote communities...
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claire9426
Dec 11, 20243 min read
What do Consultants do?
When people think of consultants, the image that often comes to mind is someone who arrives with a briefcase full of solutions, offers...
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Claire Bateman
Dec 9, 20242 min read
The Critical Role of KPIs in Strategy Roll Out
A strategy is the cornerstone of an organisation’s success, setting the vision and direction for its future. But without measurable...
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Claire Bateman
Dec 9, 20243 min read
How Do You Turn a Strategy into an Action Plan?
A great strategy outlines your organisation’s aspirations and overarching goals, but the real challenge is turning that vision into a...
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