Which Zodiac Sign is Most Likely to Succeed?

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How to excel in your career and life, according to astrologers
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Wonder what the stars are saying about your career success? Our zodiac signs can offer us unique insight into who we are, what skills we have, and how we can use our natural gifts to live accomplished, meaningful lives. Of course, success is highly subjective and different for everyone. However, planetary placements and rulership can help indicate who’s more likely to achieve at work and whose energy is best used elsewhere. Every zodiac sign has something unique to offer, so in this article we’ll break down every sign’s best qualities and how those qualities can be used in a job setting.

This article is based on an interview with our psychic astrologer, Stina Garbis, owner of Psychic Stina. Check out the full interview here.

Things You Should Know

  • Earth signs are likely to achieve career success because of their ambition and work ethic.
  • Air signs have great communication skills that can better their communities.
  • Water signs are naturally empathetic and insightful. Their people skills help them network and live more meaningful lives.
  • Fire signs are fearless and naturally creative. They excel in leadership roles.
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Capricorn

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  1. Ruling the 10th house of career, status, and goals, it’s no wonder Capricorn has a penchant for success. A cardinal Earth sign, Capricorns prioritize accomplishment and tangible results above all else. Ruled by Saturn (the planet of responsibility), Capricorns thrive on the duty that comes from a highly-accomplished lifestyle. Career fulfillment is their primary motivation. [1]
    • Where they excel: business management, medicine (especially surgery), finance, engineering
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Taurus

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  1. Like the bull that represents them, Taurus will keep plodding along no matter what you throw at them. As a fixed sign, they’re confident and strong-willed, so they’re not easily demoralized by outside influences. Plus, they’re ruled by Venus, the planet of outer beauty and material wealth, so luxury is hugely important to them. They’ll work tirelessly to maintain a prosperous lifestyle.
    • Where they excel: fashion, art, and hospitality
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Scorpio

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  1. Scorpios are nocturnally ruled by Mars, the planet of aggression and passion. This means they have all the drive and courage to succeed, but it manifests in a more calculated, seductive way. Plus, Scorpio is a water sign so they have sublime emotional insight and people skills. Scorpios have both the natural drive to succeed and the ability to connect with people so their success is well-received.
    • Where they excel: business management, law, politics, education
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Sagittarius

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  1. Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of luck, growth, and expansion. This good fortune makes it easy for them to prosper wherever they go (and they go pretty much everywhere; they rule the 9th house of travel). On top of that, they’re a mutable fire sign, which means they’re creative and adaptable. They’re filled with boundless ideas that can be molded to fit all kinds of situations.
    • Where they excel: consulting, public relations, entertainment, tourism
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Virgo

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  1. Virgo rules the 6th house of service and day-to-day tasks. This tracks, because they’re meticulous and efficient, and they flourish in the world of routine. Virgo loves to help people and they’re great at finding ways to improve even the most minute things. Virgos pay better attention than anybody, which gives them a successful edge no other sign has. [2]
    • Where they excel: proofreading, editing, researching, translating
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Libra

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  1. Like the scales that balance them, Libras are big on justice. A cardinal air sign, Libra isn’t easily swayed by emotion, but their rulership in the 7th house of balance means they’re great at getting people to see eye-to-eye. Libras are extraordinary collaborators; people trust their leadership. Plus, they’re ruled by Venus, so they have a natural eye for beauty and aesthetics. [3]
    • Where they excel: politics, international relations, art, decorating, design
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Gemini

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  1. Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of thought and communication. Their superb social skills make them the life of the party and people can easily grasp their ideas, because of how well they convey them. Plus, Geminis are mutable, which means their intellect is great at shifting to accommodate new information. Flexibility is key to success and Gemini is the most flexible sign in the zodiac.
    • Where they excel: social networking, sales, theater, film, customer service
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Aries

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  1. The first and youngest sign in the zodiac, Aries is all about new beginnings. A cardinal fire sign, Aries bring fresh, creative ideas wherever they go. And their Mars rulership means they’re natural leaders who like seizing new business opportunities. When Aries is passionate about something, they’ll find a way to make it happen no matter what. Their drive is stronger than anyone’s.
    • Where they excel: entrepreneurship, coaching, sales, pretty much anything freelance
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Leo

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  1. Like the sun that rules them, Leos are bright, warm, and attention-seeking. They’re extremely bold and light up just about any room they’re in. As a fixed fire sign, they’re also not discouraged by opposition. They’re comfortable in high-risk, high-profile positions. Leos welcome a challenge, which makes them poised for both career and personal success. [4]
    • Where they excel: film, music, theater, fashion, politics
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Pisces

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  1. A mutable water sign and the oldest, wisest member of the zodiac, Pisces can make you feel like they’ve known you their whole life in just an introduction. They’re deep feelers and even bigger dreamers (ruled by Neptune, the planet of emotion and boundless imagination). Looking over the 12th house of seclusion and mysticism, Pisces tend to be introverted. But their boundless well of compassion and insight make them more equipped for intimacy than any other placement.
    • Where they excel: nursing, psychiatry, religion (they make great spiritual leaders and healers)
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Aquarius

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  1. Ruling the 11th house of community, and humanity, Aquarians are deeply progressive and team-oriented. They prioritize freedom and ending systemic injustice above all, and, since they’re an air sign, they often have the innovative ideas to make their utopian dreams a reality. Aquarius’ ideas of success are nontraditional, but when it comes to making large societal changes, they’re the best by a landslide. [5]
    • Where they excel: speech writing, philanthropy, community organization, art
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Cancer

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  1. Since they’re a cardinal water sign, how you’re feeling is of the utmost importance to Cancers. They bring their emotional wisdom and caring to just about any situation and are great at looking out for people’s mental well-being. Career success isn’t a huge priority to Cancer, but their presence is refreshing and they know how to cultivate meaningful relationships like nobody else.
    • Where they excel: social work, customer relations, childcare

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.astrology.com/zodiac-signs/capricorn
      2. ↑ https://www.astrology.com/zodiac-signs/virgo#element-mode-season
      3. ↑ https://www.zodiacsign.com/zodiac-signs/libra/
      4. ↑ https://www.costarastrology.com/zodiac-signs/leo-sign
      5. ↑ https://astrostyle.com/astrology/11th-house/

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