Once a month, I post an overview of what’s happening in the cosmos and how it might influence your career. It’s called the Career Forecast.
Whether you’re job-hunting, employed, self-employed, or running a business, each Career Forecast reveals the important dates that you need to know.
I am joined by my dear friend, Heidi Rose Robbins, a master astrologer who will provide expert insight into what’s going on in the stars.
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OVERVIEW
What’s going on this month…
HEIDI: The Sun moves into Scorpio on October 23rd, 2018 at 4:23 am Pacific time. With Jupiter in Scorpio since October 2017, this Scorpio energy has been deeply at work for all of us. Scorpio seeks to heal and purge the system. It wants all that is repressed or secret or hidden that is not serving us to be brought to the light of day. It is the sign of the triumphant warrior who has penetrating perception and a magnetic intensity. Scorpio always wants to go deeper. It rules sex, death and money, as well as healing and transformation. Always with Scorpio we must avoid destructiveness, repression, jealousy and vengeful behavior.
On October 30th, Mercury moves out of Scorpio into Sagittarius. This will be important just before the elections in the United States. Mercury in Sagittarius will inspire and uplift. It can offer a new vision and inspire others to follow. Of course, we can exaggerate and be overly blunt with this combination as well. So, we must work to communicate with as much clarity and honesty as possible.
On October 31st, Venus moves into Libra which will help with the intensity of Scorpio. This combination emphasizes peace and diplomacy. It might take the edge of the fight with more civility and a pronounced call for peace. Fairness and justice will be emphasized and valued during this time. We can fight about principles and action under Scorpio, but Venus will try to make sure we do so in right relationship.
November 6th, 7th, and 8th will be a significant three days. Uranus dips back into Aries on November 6th—election day in the United States. Uranus will stimulate and wake up the Aries impulse and remind us to come forth and speak up. It will definitely bring a few surprises. This may very well stimulate the voting turn out. And tempers could flare. Uranus will stay retrograde in Aries until March 6th, 2018. These months may remind us what we are fighting for and give us an extra boost to do so.
November 7th brings a New Moon in Scorpio and on November 8th, Jupiter moves into Sagittarius. The Scorpio New Moon brings tremendous healing potential and Jupiter in Sagittarius will most definitely bring new visions, optimism and forward momentum. Jupiter will spend an entire year in Sagittarius which will also encourage a more global perspective and a willingness to broaden our perspective.
November 15th, Mars moves into Pisces which might calm the fire of Mars just a bit. Mars in Pisces isn’t necessarily the most comfortable position because Mars loves to fight and Pisces loves to love. But we can certainly move forward with compassionate or imaginative action. Pisces is a sign of redemption and Mars will fight to redeem and uplift.
Finally, Mercury will move retrograde on November 16th just as Venus moves direct. Relationship issues will clarify. It won’t necessarily be the best moment to move forward in the realm of business. Remember under Mercury Retrograde, it’s best to reflect, review and plan for the future. Don’t use the Mercury Retrograde period to reach out and attempt to establish new relationships or contacts. Pause and consider, reassess and refine.
It’s a powerful month, one that will bring great change. May inner and outer healing abound.
What does all of this mean for your career? Let’s look closer…
JOB HUNTING?
Here’s what you need to know…
ELLEN: October 23rd is an important day for anyone’s who’s searching for a new job. On this day, the Sun moves into Scorpio. It’s time to purge, heal, and face the dark, icky stuff that you don’t want to look at.
If your job hunt has been moving along very slowly—or not at all—it’s time to take personal responsibility for everything. Face the truth. What’s holding you back? Fear? Lack of clarity? Disorganization? Complacency? Inattentiveness? Whatever it is, Scorpio invites you to take a hard look and deal with it. This doesn’t mean you should be cruel to yourself or beat yourself up about it. This moment is more like Coach Taylor from Friday Night Lights putting a hand on your shoulder and saying, “Hey. You’re stronger than this. It’s time to quit messing around and get to work. You’re a warrior, so act like it. Clear eyes. Full heart. Can’t lose!”
Another big day for job-hunters: November 6th. That’s when Uranus dips back into Aries. Uranus is all about surprise twists. Aries is a go-getter and a free thinker. When you combine these two forces, pow! It’s a day where you can expect the unexpected. Anything could happen!
November 6th is also great day to ask yourself, “What is my ultimate dream job?” What are the qualities you really want? What kind of workplace would be truly amazing for you? It’s time to go after the job you really want, rather than going for a job that seems safe or obvious. Thanks to the combination of Uranus and Aries, your boldness may lead to unexpected opportunities! One email, text, or lunch date could lead to a shocking, out of the blue invitation that rocks your whole life… in a good way. Repeat to yourself, “I’m going for what I really want. Because who knows what might happen?”
Coincidentally, as Heidi pointed out, November 6th is the midterm election day here in the United States. What better opportunity to ask yourself “What is important to me?” and “What do I value most strongly?” Let your job-search be driven by your personal values. For instance, if you value “kids and family” more than anything else, then don’t apply to work for a technology start-up that expects you to work 24/7 and never turn off your phone. That’s not the right fit for you!
Here’s a list of companies that are great for working parents, companies where highly creative people thrive, companies that are involved in politics/activism, and companies that strongly support health, wellness, and work/life balance. Or visit Glassdoor to read anonymous reviews from actual employees who work at hundreds of companies, each sharing what it really feels like to work there.
ALREADY HAVE A JOB?
Here’s what you need to know…
ELLEN: Even if you love your job, there might be moments where you wish you could just be left alone, or moments when a colleague is really getting on your nerves. Fortunately, on October 31st, Venus moves into Libra. Venus rules love. Libra is all about harmonious partnerships. So, this Venus-Libra combination means that conference calls, meetings, and team projects are likely to go very smoothly. Pass out fun-sized Halloween candies to your colleagues, smile, be kind, and let your actions remind people, “Hey, I’m your friend. We’re on the same team.”
Emotions might be flaring on November 6th, 7th, and 8th. There’s a lot going on in the cosmos on those three days. Be prepared for some friction, tension, and surprises. Quiet colleagues might suddenly speak up. A longtime employee might suddenly quit, leaving a vacancy you didn’t expect. The CEO might announce a bold new company vision and restructuring plan that leaves you wondering, “But wait—will I still have a job?” There might be some tantrums or passive-aggressive behavior around the workplace. Try to extend compassion to your co-workers and remember that everyone’s dealing with a LOT right now—challenges that you know about, and private challenges that you don’t.
November 8th is when Jupiter moves into Sagittarius. Here, we get a nice surge of optimism. Even if things feel pretty emotionally intense at work, you might notice yourself feeling hopeful, curious, or a little more adventurous than usual. You might find yourself thinking about your next job, your next move, the next chapter of your career. Like the Sagittarian archer, where do you want to aim next? Write down any ideas that pop into your head—even if they seem nuts—because you just might come up with something crazy-brilliant.
Good things to read this month: When To Jump by Mike Lewis, a fantastic book about leaping into a new chapter of your career, When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron, a Buddhist nun with a beautiful perspective on change and upheaval, and this great New Yorker piece: How To Make Friends As An Adult.
SELF-EMPLOYED OR RUNNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS?
Here’s what you need to know…
ELLEN: Now here’s an interesting astrological opportunity… on November 15th, Mars moves into Pisces. Pisces is a sign of redemption and Mars is a great warrior. If you run a business, this is a day where you can fight to earn—or earn back—people’s trust.
For instance, if you promised you’d deliver a project to your client—but then things took longer than expected and you ended up being significantly delayed—now’s the moment to make up for things. Give your client a discount on the final invoice to say “sorry” for the lateness. Pledge to do better in the future. Fight to regain their trust. As a freelancer or business owner, your reputation means everything. Some good reading material: Paul Jarvis discussing the importance of your professional reputation and your relationships, aka your social capital.
While we’re on the topic of redemption, remember to extend forgiveness to others, too. Maybe your assistant bungled a few projects up lately—but you sense he’s really trying to make things right. Take a cue from loving, compassionate Pisces. Forgive and move on. We’re only human, after all.
Backing up a little bit, let’s look at October 30th, Mercury moves into Sagittarius. Mercury rules communication: texts, emails, newsletters, podcasts, videos, social media, books, all communication channels. And Sagittarius is all about taking aim towards an exciting goal and embarking on a new adventure.
This is a powerful moment to say to your clients, customers, and fans: “Hey, listen up—and follow me!” You could announce a new program and invite people to enroll. Or challenge your fans to pledge to do {something} for several days in row. For inspiration, check out this 30 day squat challenge (whoa, quads of steel!), this 10 day journaling challenge, or this 5 day healthy smoothie challenge. Leading a community challenge can help you breathe fresh energy into a sleepy fan base that hasn’t been purchasing your work lately.
But if running a 30 day challenge just doesn’t fit your personality or your brand (hey, it’s not really my thing either), then find another way to give your audience some attention. Share a free e-book. Teach a helpful webinar. Release a bonus podcast episode. There are so many creative ways to get people excited about your ideas, services, classes, programs, and products. Pick a communication channel that suits you—and get yourself out there.
Overall, Scorpio calls us to purge, clear, purify, clear out the muck that’s holding us back, get away from superficiality, go deep, and talk about “the real stuff.” So, if you run a business, consider launching something that’s related to themes of emotional renewal, healing, and transformation. Your customers will say, “Whoa, are you reading my mind? How did you know? I totally needed this right now.”
FAMOUS SCORPIOS
Scorpios sometimes get a bad rap for being jealous, vengeful, or difficult to work with. But these qualities don’t represent the whole picture. Scorpios are also passionate, faithful, intuitive, and often create catharsis and healing wherever they go.
• Bill Gates. Genius. Philanthropist. World changer. He has given away $50 billion to date. He’s determined to heal systems that don’t work and make the planet a better place.
• Brené Brown. This academic researcher became a household name after giving a TED Talk about the power of emotional vulnerability—letting down your shield and saying what you truly think and feel.
• Ciara. This singer recently made an explosive comeback with her new song, Level Up. It’s a song about taking a hard look at yourself, clearing old crud out of your life, and reaching a new level of honesty, strength, and success. So very Scorpio!
• Drake. This emotional, passionate singer isn’t afraid to share what he really feels. He’s so proud to be a Scorpio, he even named one of his albums Scorpion.
OVERALL, THIS IS A GREAT MONTH FOR…
• Bringing emotions to the surface. What have you been hiding, stuffing down, not doing, or not saying? It’s time to face the music.
• Healing, catharsis, and transformation. Pour feelings into your journal. Hike until you’re pouring with sweat. Let it all out.
• Being intense—in a good way. Write a love letter. Hug your kids tightly. Fully commit to a project at work. Give your all. Don’t hold back.
• Letting your truth be heard. (If you’re a US citizen, don’t forget to register to vote so that you can participate in the election on November 6th.)
• New visions, new goals, a surge of optimism, and forward momentum. Yes!
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
• October 23rd – The Sun moves into Scorpio. We begin a month-long period of intensity, intuition, and deep emotions coming up to the surface.
• October 30th – Mercury moves into Sagittarius. A great day for communicating: email, social media, whatever channels you love. Feelings of optimism and adventure abound.
• October 31st – Venus moves into Libra. A lovely moment of peace and harmony.
• November 6th – Uranus and Aries brings surprises and new ideas. Anything could happen!
• November 7th – The New Moon in Scorpio. Tremendous healing potential.
• November 8th – Jupiter in Sagittarius. New visions. Forward momentum.
• November 15th – Mars moves into Pisces. Fight for what you love. Forgive and be forgiven.
• November 16th – Mercury moves retrograde and Venus moves direct. Assess your relationships. What needs to evolve?
YOUR CAREER MANTRA FOR THE MONTH
“Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood.” —Marie Curie
This month, don’t be afraid to look into the dark, deep, tender, emotional parts of yourself. Scorpio invites us to assess ourselves with courage and really ask, “Where do I need to heal?” and “Who do I want to become?”
One thing is certain… it’s going to be a powerful month!
Love,
Ellen & Heidi
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