When You’ve Outgrown the Role that Once Fit Just Right
Have you ever found yourself standing at a crossroads - not because something is wrong, but because something inside you is stirring, nudging you toward something new?
In a recent coaching session, a client shared that she was torn between staying in a role she had poured so much of herself into… and answering a quiet, persistent yearning to try something different.
She had a history with her company. She had built strong relationships, mentored a team she deeply cared about, had leadership influence, and left her signature mark. But lately, her heart wasn’t in it anymore. And while part of her wanted to explore what else might be out there, another part felt responsible for staying - for the people, the legacy, the unfinished pieces.
Sound familiar?
This push-pull between loyalty to others and longing for more is one I see often in my coaching practice at Desert Blue Consulting and Coaching. Especially among leaders from underrepresented communities, who’ve worked hard to build trust and influence in spaces that weren’t always built for them.
It’s okay to feel conflicted. It’s okay to grieve the end of a season. It's okay to feel like you've run your course. And it’s absolutely okay to prioritize your own growth - even when it’s inconvenient for others or your next step is unclear.
My coaching client eventually came to a realization: her greatest responsibility wasn’t to maintain what she built - it was to honor what she wanted next. Her stepping away wasn’t abandonment. It was a chance to make space - for herself and for others to rise.
That’s what coaching can help you do.
Untangle the noise.
Reconnect with your voice.
And choose your next step with clarity and confidence.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, uncertain, or quietly dreaming of something different, this is your sign.
Discover your voice. Own your path.
That’s what we do together here at Desert Blue.
Ready to explore what’s next for you?
Hit reply and let’s start a conversation.
In partnership,
Niki