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Aries
For the week of July 26-August 1:
New alliances, sales opportunities, and chances to get in on the ground floor of an important new project that could be a confidence-building game changer, provide new jobs, and more accessibility to goods and services. Anticipate talking to at least two decision makers this week. Keep your cell phone on, and make yourself instantly available. Follow up on each lead like a bloodhound. Weekly touchstones: Amazonite, Regency Rose Agate.
Career Meter: 7
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Taurus
For the week of
July 26-August 1: You're anxious to charge full speed ahead like a restless racehorse anticipating "And they're OFF!" You get chances every day to prove why you're the best candidate for the job. On Monday, be succinct and clear during interviews. Don't question Mr. or Ms. Big, and be friendly and funny without crossing the lines of propriety. Tuesday brings news. You remind potential employers that you're ready to go, and they respond favorably. Wednesday and Thursday begin a huge push toward a better future. Note: Friday urges you to check parking structures or lots especially if you're alone and it's dark. Be more safety conscious, even if you're in the stairwell, trying to sneak in a little exercise instead of taking the elevator. Weekly touchstones: Carnelian, Citrine.
Career Meter: 9
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Gemini
For the week of
July 26-August 1: You're fascinating to watch this week. Others lean in, ask questions, and want more information from you. You start with a fairly small group of mildly interested customers – but before the end of the week, accumulate permanent clients who are not just sold – they're believers in you and what you do. Your secret: You have incredible energy, know your clients' needs, and understand your product and services forward and backward. In other words, you're exceedingly well prepared – and people like you. Weekly touchstones: Green Garnet, Pyrite.
Career Meter: 10
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Cancer
For the week of July 26-August 1: You need to listen and cooperate in order to get along better with clients, personnel, and management. In your mind, it's not you causing the problem: it's everyone else. Instead of giving away your power by determining that everyone else has more influence over your mood and attitude than you do, recognize that you're in charge. You're in charge of the experience you have with managers, customers, and colleagues. You can't control them, but you can consciously adapt to their idiosyncrasies. This means polishing up your "people skills" by being more open to others' personalities. Weekly touchstones: Citrine, Green Turquoise.
Career Meter: 9
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Leo
For the week of July 26-August 1:
You're the shining example this week and will be showcased to lure new investors, or to prove that correct decisions were made in an ongoing problem. You might have some criticism to deal with. Some of you are too busy to deal with others' jealous sniping, but many of you fight back, armed with details, paper trails, and other evidence. You not only save your good name, but finish up with a one-two punch aimed at detractors. You're tough and getting tougher. Your enemies or competitors are a slick and slippery bunch. Come well prepared to all debates, hearings, and competitions. Weekly touchstones: Black Tourmaline, Mandarin Citrine.
Career Meter: 9
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Virgo
For the week of July 26-August 1: Don't be vague. If you're not interested in an assignment or job, be proactive and find someone better suited to do it. Don't leave others hanging. What you need to provide are great results. How you get there is up to you. You may share an assignment. That could make the task you're dreading a lot easier, and the final result even more impressive. Thursday starts a strong Mars phase that indicates you'll make more money, but also have more flying out the door due to maintenance, insurance, and other necessities. You'll learn a lot during this phase, and become very clever at saving money and getting the most out of every dollar. You'll even dream up great ways to market yourself, minus ridiculous overhead expenses. Weekly touchstones: Green Tourmaline, Lapis Lazuli.
Career Meter: 8
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Libra
For the week of
July 26-August 1: You have friends in influential places, giving you the 4-1-1 on what needs to be done, who to talk to, and the contact numbers to speak directly with a decision maker. You also get prepped on how to approach Mr. or Ms. Big. Lucky Libra: Your inner circle makes sure that you get the attention and respect you deserve. On Thursday, Mars joins Saturn in your sign. This is a tough, but instructive aspect. You'll learn to be a Spartan. You'll learn to listen and remember everything another has said. You'll become more efficient with time – and hugely focused on the goal at hand. In other words, you'll work harder for certain objectives, and also become so proficient that you might become a household name, at least in some circles. Mars and Saturn together can transform you into a very disciplined, focused, productive force that few can compete with. Weekly touchstones: Carnelian, Onyx.
Career Meter: 7
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Scorpio
For the week of
July 26-August 1: Do a little image rehab this week. Repair any misunderstandings that may have given you a black eye. Be personable to colleagues, VIPs and the pack of newbies hot on your tail. It's better to have friends than enemies with agendas and attitudes to match. Right now, you need to do some rebuilding. Check in with colleagues. Be warm. Ask for suggestions or input. Set aside the Ice Queen image and be temporarily accessible. You need to know where everyone stands, friends and enemies alike. You also need to listen to the word on the street, and find out what the next big trend is. If you stay in your own cocoon too long without connecting with the real people who buy your products and services, you could get out of touch and go extinct. It's time to reach out. Weekly touchstones: Citrine, Mexican Fire Opal.
Career Meter: 8
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Sagittarius
For the week of
July 26-August 1: This week showcases your versatility. You manage to get things accomplished despite multiple interruptions, a crazy-busy schedule that requires a lot of patience and balance from you. Plan on doing most tasks alone, which is probably better for your productivity. The big hurdles are time and unplanned interruptions. If you're able to get through a couple of situations that leave you feeling exhausted, you'll emerge with a victory smile on your face by the end of the weekend. Weekly touchstones: Red Tigers Eye, Malachite.
Career Meter: 10
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Capricorn
For the week of July 26-August 1: It's difficult even for you to separate your identity from your work. That's why you're a stickler for details and learn how to do every aspect of your job, and get to know each associate you work with. You're never "too good" or superior to someone in the field working his or her tail off for peanuts. You admire hard work and the spartan courage and discipline that come with it. You're impossible to top or overlook this week. You're uniquely qualified for a position, yet are still bedeviled by trust issues. Can you trust so-and-so? What's his or her track record in other deals or contracts? All indications suggest that you're about to take on a major responsibility. You'll be too busy to develop a swollen ego over it – even when others defer to you, and bow as they humbly back out of your office. Weekly touchstones: Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli.
Career Meter: 7
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Aquarius
For the week of
July 26-August 1: Be as clear as a bell on each interview and presentation this week. Avoid clichés and infomercial-style sales tactics. Be personable and real with others. Learn the ropes by studying them carefully. Go out on a sales presentation with a seasoned veteran, who also happens to be eager to teach you the subtleties and tricks of the trade. Do the paper work for your mentor. You need to study every element. You need to be as fastidious with paperwork as you are enthusiastic about making a deal. Make sure that VIPs understand that you are committed, ready to learn something new, and will cooperate with other personnel. Keep your private life at arm's length from your professional identity. Weekly touchstones: Black Tourmaline, Citrine.
Career Meter: 9
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Pisces
For the week of
July 26-August 1: New people, colleagues, assistants, and experts begin to stream in the door. Even though you have the title and education that gives you more status than them, they teach you so much. You're reminded how important your work is, and how you can reshape another's life into something very vibrant and successful. As you walk others through the maze, you observe and learn things about yourself. Yes, you're helping and guiding others – but you're also regenerating yourself, your confidence and your attitude. Consider this week to be one the most important ones you've had in months. Embrace the transition from the old way to a much better way of doing business. Weekly touchstones: Dark Blue Spinel, Bloodstone.
Career Meter: 7
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