Experienced engineers out there... how do you detach yourself from the need to work in a specific domain so you're free to maximise your potential on skills?

I've been doing what I do related to the domain I've been passionate about for a while, but to make the next step forward, I need to let go of that domain.

I don't want to do that and lose a deep sense of satisfaction.

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