--- title: "Voices, Values & Standing Your Ground: Choosing Integrity with Maureen Leshem" entity: "podcast" canonical_url: "https://www.chanaross.com/podcast/voices-values-and-standing-your-ground-choosing-integrity" markdown_url: "https://www.chanaross.com/llms/podcast/voices-values-and-standing-your-ground-choosing-integrity" lastmod: "2025-08-12T13:01:00.000Z" --- 🎧 [Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/voices-values-standing-your-ground-choosing-integrity/id1595165655?i=1000721601426) Maureen shares the origin story of the 482 Collective, a grassroots initiative she built in response to the ways her community was failing women and families in crisis. And when she realized the spaces she once trusted no longer felt safe for Jewish women, she made the difficult decision to walk away from it all. Here's what you'll take away from this episode: - How Maureen built a grassroots organization rooted in dignity-first care - The internal reckoning that led her to step away from the community she helped build - What accountability looks like in real time, and why it's often uncomfortable - Why values-based leadership is about what you do when no one's watching - How clarity, even when painful, can be the most powerful guide forward Connect with Maureen for a reminder that you can lead with both heart and strength, and that walking away is sometimes the most powerful step forward. This episode is a reminder that leadership isn't just about building, it's about knowing when to let go. It's about listening closely, acting boldly, and holding true to what matters most. ## Work with Chana Chana Ross, Holistic Leadership Coach **Holistic Leadership Coaching** Are you an ambitious woman who is a leader at work, at home, or in the community? Do you struggle with perfectionism, determining your next step, overcoming self-doubt, or advocating for yourself? I want to help you become the best version of yourself. I've helped my clients unlock their potential and take transformational steps in becoming who they're meant to be. So, what are you waiting for? "You 2.0" is closer than you think. [Book a Coaching Connection Call here](https://chanaross.com/coachingconnectioncall)