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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.