Meet Laura

Leadership Educator & Consultant

I’m Laura McMaster—a leadership strategist, educator, and change agent committed to helping individuals and organizations navigate complexity with clarity, purpose, and impact. Throughout my career, I’ve worked across higher education, nonprofit leadership, and executive coaching, leading large-scale change initiatives, developing leadership frameworks, and fostering environments where constructive dialogue leads to real transformation.

I created Waves of Impact as a space to explore leadership, change, and the power of meaningful conversation. Whether through coaching, speaking, writing, or consulting, my goal is to equip leaders—at every level—with the tools to engage across differences, challenge assumptions, and create ripples of change that extend far beyond themselves.

This site is home to Ripple Effect, a blog dedicated to insights on leadership, dialogue, and the evolving landscape of change. I believe that small actions lead to big impact—and when we lead with intention, we create waves that shape the future.

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Been There, Done That, Ready to Help!

I’ve walked the path from overwhelmed to focused, from struggling new professional to top-performing educator and leadership coach. With years of experience in leadership development, executive function coaching, and real-world problem-solving, I help leaders and professionals cut through the noise, sharpen their thinking, and take action. I don’t just teach strategies—I’ve lived them. If you’re ready to lead with clarity and impact, you’re in the right place.

From Overwhelmed to Focused: Leadership Strategies for Managing Mental Bandwidth

Free Live Workshop| 30-Minutes| (Date TBD)

Feeling stretched too thin? Struggling to focus on what truly matters? Great leaders don’t just manage their time—they manage their mental energy. In this free 30-minute workshop, I’ll teach you practical, research-backed strategies to reduce cognitive overload, prioritize effectively, and create space for high-impact work.

What You’ll Learn:

The #1 reason leaders feel mentally drained—and how to fix it
A simple framework for prioritizing decisions without second-guessing
How to set boundaries without guilt and reclaim focus
A 2-minute "clarity reset" exercise you can use anytime mental clutter takes over

This isn’t another time management workshop—it’s a leadership mindset shift. Walk away with clear, actionable strategies to make better decisions, feel less overwhelmed, and stay focused on the work that matters most.

🔗 Reserve Your Spot Here: [TBD]

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"Her superpower is leading with curiosity, taking the time to understand people and their needs...Under Laura’s leadership, what begins as familiar always evolves into something unexpected, as she consistently helps others grow beyond what they thought possible."

"Laura navigates obstacles with poise and clarity; her ability to remain level-headed while supporting an individual or steering teams through turbulent times is remarkable, making her an invaluable asset"

"Her ability to blend strategic thinking with hands-on execution makes her a driving force for innovation and growth."