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How each sign works, leads, and finds its calling. Explore the working style, strengths, and ideal paths for all 24 signs.

Career · Chinese Horoscope

Year of the Rat

Year of the Rat

Persons born under the Sign of the Rat possess prudence and perception. They can anticipate problems, and are always able to see the big picture. They can hone in on issues at hand and make measurable judgments. These skills, combined with their sense of aspiration, make them very good supervisors. Status, money, title, and recognition are important to the Rat. They have a keen sense of observation that allows them to foresee upcoming business opportunities as well as potential occupational problems. The Rat makes a better boss than an employee and, although motivated, can sometimes feel stifled by routines. Rats work better in flexible situations where they can be freely creative. Good careers for the Rat include: lawyer, academician, politician, writer, manager, musician, or director.
Year of the Ox

Year of the Ox

The Ox person is typically very capable, possesses a strong sense of right and wrong, and is not easily deceived by workplace intrigue. Co-workers of the Ox person will marvel at their methodical approach and will depend on their keen attention to detail to insure the successful completion of any project. Ox people are quite suited to repetitive routines, which do not bother them unduly, probably because they are so well organized. They are better suited to particular specialist positions, and generally prefer to work in large companies. However, they do their best work when working alone on a given company assignment, rather than as part of a task force or design group. Good careers for the Ox include: Engineer, Architect, Banker, Investment Broker, Real Estate Agent, Stockbroker and Carpenter.
Year of the Tiger

Year of the Tiger

People born under the Sign of the Tiger are active and outgoing. Quickness of wit and an alert intelligence make Tigers fast learners. Tigers need a challenge at all times, or else they will quickly switch jobs at the drop of a hat. This, plus their being easily bored by routine, explains why Tigers tend to change careers more often than members of other Signs of the Chinese zodiac. Some Tigers don’t change their occupations frequently enough and thus tend to struggle with a multitude of jobs all at the same time. Most Tigers are natural born leaders who perform best knowing they are working towards positions of power and influence. Good careers for Tigers include: Musician, Personal Assistant, Actor, Stand-up Comedian, Pilot, Artist, and Travel Agent.
Year of the Rabbit

Year of the Rabbit

People born under the Sign of the Rabbit have very good communication skills. Because of this, Rabbits are very much "people persons" and are best utilized in positions of management. They make great teachers and public relations directors as well as human resources directors simply because they are so diplomatic and well organized. Even so, they can also make great painters or musicians due to their sense of beauty and their love of creativity. Rabbits do best when not stifled in a meaningless, boring or stultifying job and should be allowed to manage their own time within reason. They should not be subjected to constant supervision or their job performance will begin to suffer! Good careers for Rabbits include: Teacher, Psychiatrist, Public Relations Director, Administrator, Personal Therapist, Publisher and Masseuse.
Year of the Dragon

Year of the Dragon

A key feature of those people born under the Sign of the Dragon is originality, which is easily the most impressive and outstanding of all their characteristics. The Dragon is quite imaginative and always able to see new paths where others may run into brick walls. Dragons are very adaptable and are fit for various occupations, especially if those occupations allow them to be the leader and take all the credit for success. In any of these occupational situations, the Dragons will take a radical approach. Dragons work hard, but would rather give orders than receive them. They should avoid jobs that encompass too much routine, and should instead take jobs in which their strong sense of self-reliance can be an asset. Good careers for Dragons include: Politician, Military Officer, Advertising Executive, Salesperson, Inventor, Lawyer, and Manager.
Year of the Snake

Year of the Snake

People born under the Sign of the Snake become bored easily and therefore change jobs quite frequently. They are very conscientious and diligent at work. Since they are such relaxed individuals, they can often seem to be slacking off at work when in reality they are at the height of their creativity and working like fiends to get the project done, whatever it happens to be. They are organized and very fond of precision in all things. Snakes can make sudden deadlines and can solve problems very quickly when necessary. Sometimes, because they like to work alone, they can seem as though they are withholding information or being secretive about company affairs or policies. Good careers for Snakes include: Priest, Scientist, Psychiatrist, Sociologist, Magician, Mathematician, and Professor.
Year of the Horse

Year of the Horse

Those born under the Sign of the Horse have the willingness to try almost anything. The Horse person's ability to pick up new skills with ease makes Horses suitable for any career paths they might choose to pursue. However, they may reconsider their choice if taking orders or following strict routines happens to be involved. They are very much "people persons" and enjoy occupations that allow them to interact with other people on a regular basis. Their need to be independent makes them crave positions of power and they are well suited for careers in the fields of information technology and communications in general. Horses are intelligent and magnetic speakers who have a charismatic gift for getting through to other people. Good careers for Horses include: Journalist, Bartender, Translator, Actor, Librarian, Computer Programmer and Salesperson.
Year of the Goat

Year of the Goat

Those born under the Sign of the Goat prefer the comfort of the crowd. Goats enjoy adding input and soliciting opinions, but generally do not wish to take a lead position themselves. They will take a leadership role if pressed to do so by time or circumstance, but generally prefer to be merely a part of the group. They do not seek positions of power as such material benefits are generally of no importance to them in their lives, although they do prefer a bit of genuine credit where credit is due. Goats are highly cerebral personalities, and tend to do better in situations where little or no manual labor is involved. They also prefer a clear chain of command. Good careers for Goats include: Pediatrician, Illustrator, Art Historian, Architect, Editor, Interior Decorator and Florist.
Year of the Monkey

Year of the Monkey

People born under the Sign of the Monkey are cheerful and intelligent, with an inherent knack for quick creation. A Monkey’s good memory and ability to adapt are two of their most prized possessions. He is intelligent and stoic, able to pick new trades up quickly and easily. Monkeys are also able to do all the work in half the time it takes someone else, but will charge you double what someone else would charge. They know they are the best and are not shy about advertising themselves. Monkeys are very fond of material gain, and, as such, generally take occupations in the world of finance, such as banking, stock exchange or accounting. Good careers for Monkeys include: Banker, Accountant, Portfolio Manager, Investment Counselor, Lawyer, Stockbroker, or Arbitrageur.
Year of the Rooster

Year of the Rooster

Those people born under the Sign of the Rooster can seem vain, but are really worth every word of their constant bragging and self-promotion. Roosters are more motivated than most of the other Signs in the Chinese zodiac, and generally make their careers a top priority in their lives. They are hardworking and flexible individuals who are more than able to stay with a project until they have completed it to their own or to their superior's satisfaction. Roosters are generally successful individuals who reach the top of their chosen professions, but not without some hard knocks along the way! Roosters respect success in others, and must be careful not to create the wrong impression by too much adulation of powerful figures. Good careers for Roosters include: Actuary, Insurance Agent, Musician, Dentist, Accountant, Dancer or Actor.
Year of the Dog

Year of the Dog

People born under the Sign of the Dog are steadfast and reliable employees, and will do what it takes to bring a project in by deadline time. Dogs are resourceful and eager to help out at work. Dogs will take on more work if it means less work for their peers, but they expect similar favors in return if they should need them. They enjoy learning new skills and as a result are cherished employees. A Dog’s just and fair nature comes in handy when in positions of leadership where decisions have to be made. However, they can sometimes be snowed under and virtually paralyzed by being forced to make too many critical decisions within a short span of time. Good careers for Dogs include: Judge, Clerk, Teacher, Scientist, Police Officer, Doctor or Psychiatrist.
Year of the Pig

Year of the Pig

People born under the Sign of the Pig are very sociable and have a great many friends, even at the office. Pigs generally do really well when they get to be creative. They usually do better at jobs where they can express themselves. They are enthusiastic about taking on new responsibilities at work and are more than willing to lend a helping hand to any colleague who needs one. Pigs are well liked by their coworkers because they are always so willing to help. They also have an eye for detail that makes them quite invaluable to upper management, as well as an unquenchable desire to please their immediate superiors. Pigs make better followers than leaders, but that doesn't mean that they aren't capable of greatness in their chosen profession! Good careers for Pigs include: Doctor, Dentist, Veterinarian, Zoologist, Caterer, Chef and Hotel Manager.

Career · Western Horoscope

Aries

Aries

People born under the Sign of Aries need freedom above all else, as they are very take-charge people who like to do things their own way. In their choice of career Aries needs a large degree of autonomy. They're leaders by nature and a subordinate position doesn't suit them well, nor will repetitive work of any kind hold their interest long enough to see the task through to a successful conclusion. An ideal career for an Aries person might be one in the military but they also would also do well in any professional sports or sports-related jobs. Their autonomous natures make them well suited to run their own businesses, and their abilities are ideal for heading expeditions, or acting as tour leaders. Good careers for Aries include: Military Officer, Manager, Politician, Actor, Sports Professional, Newscaster or Model.
Taurus

Taurus

People born under the Sign of Taurus have a natural ability when it comes to handling, as well as acquiring, money. They are well suited (no pun intended) to a banking or financial career, having the propensity to make money for others as well as themselves. Other occupations where they may find their niche are in the field of the performing arts. Taurus people are very physical and can train their bodies to a pinnacle of artistic creative expression if they so desire. Dance and music come very naturally to them, but they can be equally successful when creating something solid and real like a piece of sculpture or a painting. Producing new life from the earth is something that many Taurus people excel at, as farming or gardening suits the earth component of their nature. Good careers for Taurus include: Farmer, Painter, Sculptor, Investment Broker, Banker, Stockbroker, or Insurance Agent.
Gemini

Gemini

People born under the Sign of Gemini are very cerebral. They tend to live exclusively in their minds, and whatever new business whim they may think, they are generally swift at executing it. They may lack the staying power to bring their grandiose dreams to fruition, however. The airy nature of the Gemini personality makes them perfect for a career in the media or communications of some kind. Public relations, market research or any job that brings them into contact with the public on a regular basis would be ideal for their outgoing natures. Their ability to communicate ideas quickly, clearly and effectively can be put to good use in a variety of sales positions, whether door-to-door or on the showroom floor. Good careers for Gemini include: Salesperson, Public Relations Executive, Surgeon, Scientist, Politician, Actor or News Anchor.
Cancer

Cancer

People born under the Sign of Cancer are quite well suited to the caring professions. Nursing, psychology or indeed any sort of medical career can all be very rewarding for Cancer persons. There is also present in the Crab a strong nostalgic attachment to the past, so they might perhaps consider a career as an historian, antique dealer, building restoration or any work associated with preservation. There is an artistic side to Cancer people that can often be expressed in creating something that will enhance their homes or nourish their loved ones. These skills can often translate to a career, perhaps as a chef, textile designer or interior decorator. Good careers for Cancers include: Psychotherapist, Social Worker, Chef, Counselor, Commercial Fisher, Obstetrician, or Teacher.
Leo

Leo

People born under the Sign of Leo have a strong tendency towards the dramatic. They constantly need to have their efforts recognized in public. Working behind the scenes isn't very appealing to the typical Leo, who would normally prefer to take the center of every stage. Leos enjoy being the boss. The nature of their work is of less importance than the way in which they execute it, which is always with their trademark style and panache. Leos can be difficult to work with in team situations, due to their unrelenting tendency towards self-promotion, but they are not bad people at heart and, as long as they receive a bit of recognition, they can be very productive and versatile employees. Good careers for Leos include: Manager, Actor, Lawyer, Politician, Computer Programmer, Director, or Small Business Owner.
Virgo

Virgo

People born under the Sign of Virgo are generally very sincere and dependable, and can be trusted intimately with all important business matters. They have a strong work ethic and are experts at "burning the midnight oil". The only problem is that they may not know when to stop. (Virgos do not believe in or obey the "law of diminishing returns.") What they see as a consummate professionalism translates out to their coworkers as a restrictive perfectionism that can rub less dedicated people the wrong way. Virgos are discreet in the workplace, and can often rise into the upper echelons of the business world by virtue of sheer labor, as long as it's in an intellectual and not physical sense. Good careers for Virgos are: Actuary, Investment Banker, Stockbroker, Insurance Agent, Corrections Officer, Government Minister, or Accountant.
Libra

Libra

People born under the Sign of Libra are generally very ambitious at their jobs, but can hide this ambition for strategic reasons behind an air of insouciance and unruffled calm. Libra people are suited to any profession where their skills of tact and diplomacy count for something. They make excellent personnel managers, counselors of various kinds, and, of course, their innate sense of justice can serve the law well, whether as a private lawyer or a judge. Their appreciation of the arts and all things of beauty can fit them well for a career in the fashion industry, or interior decoration. They are innovative at design and decor, whether dressing a stage, a window or a top model. Their sense of verbal communication can result in them becoming authors of great literature, too. Good careers for Libra include: Writer, Astrologer, Interior Decorator, Painter, Game Show Host, Lawyer, or Prime Minister.
Scorpio

Scorpio

People born under the Sign of Scorpio have a natural affinity with all things hidden and mysterious. Because of this, Scorpio people can be natural detectives. Work in the fields of psychology, medical research or investigative journalism satisfies their deep desire to unearth the secret answers of the universe. Mining operations, oil drilling and archaeology are all associated with this sign. Scorpio people also have excellent memories capable of retaining large amounts of information, which can make them eminently suitable for the sciences or as college professors or computer programmers. It is important for Scorpio people not to get too emotionally involved in their work, or they could worry themselves into a nervous breakdown over relatively minor things. Good careers for Scorpios include: Detective, Pathologist, Butcher, Soldier, Journalist, Market Analyst, or Undertaker.
Sagittarius

Sagittarius

People born under the Sign of Sagittarius are freewheeling souls who are unafraid of taking risks and enjoy new experiences. Many are therefore interested in starting their own businesses, and they generally have a great deal of good luck and success at such ventures. Many Sagittarius people seem to have a positive knack of being in the right place at the right time. They are also adaptable and able to tend several pots on the stove all at the same time. Sagittarius people are also associated with professional sports, as well as more intellectual professions such as teaching and the law. They may also dabble in more metaphysical and less remunerative pursuits, such as the clergy. Good careers for Sagittarians include: Veterinarian, Priest, Lawyer, Writer, Teacher, Athlete, or Small Business Owner.
Capricorn

Capricorn

People born under the Sign of Capricorn have great ambitions, and will work tirelessly to get to the top of their chosen field. They have a painstaking thoroughness with whatever project they are working on, and don't mind investing long hours if they are convinced it will pay off and further their career. Capricorn people make all their decisions deliberately and sensibly as they assess the situation. They are patient and quite happy to wait for their turn to come as they put one foot after another further up the ladder of their career. They are found in all trades related construction, whether surveying, insuring, designing or actually building. Capricorn people enjoy being totally responsible for a given company, and they shine at the top. Good careers for Capricorns include: Manager, Banker, Accountant, Producer, News Anchor, Art Dealer, or Engineer.
Aquarius

Aquarius

People born under the Sign of Aquarius tend to have successful careers in the fields of communications, electronics, and aviation. They dislike being tied to a routine, and might do well out in the community working for the benefit of their fellow man in some way. Aquarius people shine in any career that offers them the scope to apply their ideals and utilize their unusual talents. They need to have a large degree of autonomy in their working day, and the responsibility to make decisions without having to constantly defer to a superior. Aquarians have a gift of being at ease with their colleagues, and are often active members of societies and clubs in their spare time. Good careers for Aquarius include: Scientist, Photographer, Astrologer, Singer, Social Worker, Inventor, or Writer.
Pisces

Pisces

People born under the Sign of Pisces possess a vast fund of artistic creativity. The personal dream world Pisces people so often inhabit can provide them with a wealth of material with which to create careers in writing, music, acting, dancing and all other artistic professions. They are also in their element when their work involves caring for others, whether medically, spiritually or through a charitable organization. If they are emotionally involved in their work, their sense of vocation is very strong and they can be dedicated enough to specialize in their chosen field. Pisces people must take great care not to get too emotionally involved in their work, or they may suffer for it in the long run! Good careers for Pisces include: Ballet Dancer, Painter, Musician, Director, Priest, Advertising Executive, or Social Worker.