During an important and transitional time in my career, I ‘came out’ as a bisexual+ to colleagues at work. I was initially met with enthusiasm, however, as the way I showed up at work evolved, I started to receive feedback that made me question how authentic I could really be. I had a few interactions that made me feel sexualized, and I started to worry about the impact that being ‘out’ could have on my career. I struggled with knowing how to be ‘out’ and open about my sexual identity, and was worried that I might not be perceived, seen, or respected as a leader by others. Eventually, out of concern for my reputation and future opportunities, I tried to blend in and was less open about my bisexuality+. For me, this felt like a retreat into the closet that had a dramatic impact on my sense of self and experience at and of work.