From the Bench to the Field — How Action Transforms Invisibility into Influence

Ever been on the bench — not because you lack skill, but because no one’s called your name yet?

Imagine this: you’re a talented athlete — a soccer player — sitting on the bench. Your heart is pounding as you watch the game unfold.

You know you’ve got what it takes, but as the minutes tick by, doubt starts creeping in:

• “When will the coach put me in?”
• “Maybe I’m not good enough.”
• “Maybe they’ve forgotten about me.”

The Moment Everything Shifts

But the moment your name is called and your boots hit the pitch, something shifts instantly. Everything changes. There’s no room for hesitation. No second-guessing your abilities. You’re fully present, playing with purpose, passion, and precision.

Like any dedicated athlete, if you lose, you accept it. If you win, you stay humble. Either way, you reflect, adjust, and return stronger— not bitter — playing more strategically next time.

The Real Game: Life

That’s what happens in life too. When you find yourself comfortable on the sidelines — invisible, doing a lot but seeing little result — your potential remains untapped. You keep waiting for the “perfect” moment, and in that waiting, doubt grows louder. You start blaming the unfair systems, the circumstances, favoritism, toxic culture, poor leadership or the so-called unfair advantages of others.

But the real danger of invisibility isn’t those things outside of your control, it’s staying stuck in inaction.

Because the moment you step onto the field — when you start taking action — everything changes.

• Clarity replaces doubt.
• Confidence replaces fear (and the serving dilemma).
• Fulfillment replaces frustration.

I’ve Been There

I played varsity soccer and track & field — and I can tell you, almost every athlete feels this. Some stay stuck on the bench longer than others. But once you get in the game, your potential gains the visibility it deserves— especially when you take intentional control of your life.

You don’t wait to feel ready . You begin to pedal to become steady.

That’s how you go from Invisible to Influential.

What “bench” are you sitting on right now — professionally or personally?

What would happen if you stopped waiting and stepped into the field today?

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Felix Okoth, PMP®

Executive Leadership Coach | Global Engineering Leader | Keynote Speaker | Author | Podcast Host

Helping purpose-driven professionals go From Invisible to Influential

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