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, or running a business, each Career Forecast reveals the important dates you need to know.
I’m joined by my dear friend, Heidi Rose Robbins, a master astrologer who provides 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 Libra on September 23rd at 12:51 am Pacific Time.
Libra is an air sign and rules relationship. It is also the great sign of peace. It’s interested in justice, fairness, and equality and stands up for how we treat one another. It is also a sign deeply interested in beauty and harmony, with an eye for design.
When the Sun is in Libra, we all have a chance to find our center point. We can quiet down enough to make clear, deliberate choices. We are deeply interested in collaborative opportunities. And let’s not forget that Libra is the sign of marriage and partnership, so our relationship lives often get a sweet boost.
September 28th brings a New Moon in Libra. This is an auspicious time to think about partnerships and potential collaborators. Who inspires you? Is there someone with whom you’ve always wanted to work? Reach out! Ask for a coffee date. Brainstorm together. Double the potential.
Pluto moves direct on October 2nd. This simply means that the planet of power and will is now more present and active. When Pluto was retrograde, we all were doing our fair share of healing and transforming. We faced the dark, cleaned a few things up and emerged. Now, Pluto says, “Let’s move forward as the powerful beings we are. Let’s instigate healing for others. Let’s build wealth and WILL so we can be a powerful agent of good in the world.”
October 3rd is a busy day. Mercury moves into Scorpio and Mars moves into Libra. Mercury in Scorpio dives deep and investigates. Mars in Libra fights for what’s right. We are willing to fight for better conditions and we are willing to strive for more harmony and equilibrium in our lives. Mercury in Scorpio is great for strategizing, while Mars in Libra brings the power of good negotiation.
Venus joins Mercury in Scorpio on October 8th. The planet of love enters the sign of depth and intensity. Be aware of potential jealousy or more heightened feeling in the realm of relationship. This combination, however, is good financially. You might attract some interesting business deals or partnerships.
Finally there’s a FULL MOON on October 13th. This is the Libra Full Moon when we meditate on bringing more unity to a very dualistic world. We strive to use diplomacy to create more common ground. We start with our own lives and our own inner experience. How can we activate greater balance and unity in our own personal lives?
Let’s use this month to make small choices that lead to bigger visions and dreams. Let’s this foster our relationships and collaborations. And why not use this month to meet a few new friends, a few new inspirations? Every day is a chance to be inspired by another gorgeous human.
What does all of this mean for your career? Let’s look closer…
JOB HUNTING?
Here’s what you need to know…
ELLEN: October 2nd is a strong day for job-hunters. Pluto, the planet of power and will, moves direct. This is a moment of enhanced willpower and drive. You may notice a sudden desire to go, go, go, full steam ahead. No more waffling on the fence!
Pluto is also associated with death, cleansing, and renewal. Think: Hades, God of the underworld in Greek mythology. Pluto invites us to identify our demons, purge, cleanse, and transform. Intense? Yes! But sometimes, very necessary.
If you’ve been feeling stuck with your job search, tap into this Pluto energy and ask yourself, “What’s stopping me, really? What’s been getting in the way? What is the deepest truth?”
For example, are you feeling stalled with your job search because, in fact, you don’t actually want a new job? Perhaps you dream about running your own business, but you’re scared that you won’t succeed, so you’ve been half-heartedly searching for a new 9-to-5 job even though the prospect of a new job doesn’t excite you.
Or, are you avoiding networking events because you feel insecure about your weight, your skin, your age, your conversation skills, the fact that you lack a college degree, or something else? Try to get to the root of why your job hunt has been stalling. What’s really going on, emotionally? What insecurities are holding you back? Let Pluto reveal the truth, so you can choose to do something about it.
ALREADY HAVE A JOB?
Here’s what you need to know…
ELLEN: If you’re employed, I’d recommend marking down September 28th which is the New Moon in Libra. This day is charged with excellent energy for partnerships of all kinds.
Do you want someone at your company to become your new mentor? Would you like to collaborate with someone at the office on a special project—like starting a yoga-at-lunchtime series, walking club, or public speaking training program? Perhaps you have an idea on how to take a project that’s been stuck and approach it from a new angle—partnering with your colleagues in a fresh way?
September 28th is a powerful day to join forces with inspiring people. And, since it’s the New Moon, it’s also a great day to start new projects and set new intentions. Projects that get started on (or around) the New Moon tend to flourish especially beautifully.
If you already have a job, another day I’d like to highlight is October 3rd. Mercury moves into Scorpio and Mars moves into Libra. The spirit in the air is, “Let’s fight for better conditions. Let’s negotiate. Let’s reach for more.”
This is an ideal day to ask for something you want. You want a nicer office? A more flexible schedule? Higher pay? Or maybe a bonus/incentive program to reward you for hitting certain goals? Whatever you’d love to have, ask now. Talk to your employer and make an enticing win-win proposition that they can’t refuse. With Mars in Libra, you’ll have extra-sharp negotiating skills on this day.
If negotiating makes you nervous, check out the free negotiating tips at Women Who Ask. Also, check out Ladies Get Paid (see my interview with founder Claire Wasserman). For personalized life and career coaching, apply to join my Mastermind program. You’ll work with me plus a small group of peers to breathe fresh energy into your life and work. Set exciting new goals. Take action consistently. Create beautiful, exciting changes. As a former attorney, I’m more than happy to brainstorm negotiation strategies with you—or anything else you want to discuss!
SELF-EMPLOYED OR RUNNING YOUR OWN BUSINESS?
Here’s what you need to know…
ELLEN: I mentioned September 28th previously but I want to highlight it again! As someone who cherishes deep, and meaningful relationships, I’m especially excited about this day. With the New Moon in Libra, this is a lovely day to ask yourself, “Who makes my life even more beautiful? Who inspires me?”
As a New Moon ritual, write down a list of 5 people who inspire you—creatively, professionally, personally, in any way. Then, do something big or small to connect with each of those people. Spark a new relationship. Or deepen an existing one.
A few ideas: On the New Moon, you could send a fan letter to someone whose work uplifts you. You could invite someone to attend your next class or workshop—for free—as your guest of honor. You can email a dream client and say, “I don’t know if you’re looking for [describe your service] right now, but if you’re ever looking to hire someone like me in the future, I’d be very interested in working with your company!”
As an entrepreneur, the best way to get more clients, more opportunities, and more sales is to reach out and connect with people. Always. It’s all about relationships. Nothing happens when you’re isolated at home all alone, cut off from the pulse of the world. So, reach out and connect in a genuine, sincere way. With a strong community around you, your business will thrive.
Also, because Libra is all about fairness and justice, this entire month is a great time to do some positive “payback” and “make things right.” For instance, if there’s a business podcast you love—you’ve listened to 100 episodes but you’ve never donated to the Patreon fund to keep the show going, now’s the time to make things right. Post a five-star review. Make a donation. Contribute. Bring things back into rightness and balance. Heidi’s wonderful podcast The Radiance Project is only $5/month in exchange for so much goodness.
Venus joins Mercury in Scorpio on October 8th. This is a powerful day to communicate with your fanbase, customers, or clients in a manner that’s loving—but also deep and emotional. This is not the day for superficial musings about breakfast ideas and skincare routines (even though those are very fun to discuss!). Scorpio invites us to go deep. Post a true story about a business challenge that you’ve faced and what you learned from the experience. Record a video sharing your honest emotions and thoughts. People crave depth today so serve it up.
FAMOUS LIBRANS
Librans tend to be peace-loving, steady, balanced, calm, and masterful at building relationships. Typically, they prefer working in a team—or with a partner or coach—rather than being totally alone.
Serena Williams
She’s a mom and one of the greatest athletes in history. How she manages to keep things in balance…is a mystery. It must be her Libra magic!
Will Smith
An A-list celeb with a reputation for being friendly, likeable, generous, and focused on family and relationships. Classic Libra traits.
Kim Kardashian West
With over 100 million Instagram followers, and many connections in the world of TV, media, and business, this is a woman who definitely knows how to spark relationships with people all over the world.
Snoop Dogg
A rapper who builds strong, loyal relationships—often, in surprising places! Like that time he hosted a TV cooking competition show with Martha Stewart. An unlikely duo and yet it totally works!
OVERALL, THIS IS A GREAT MONTH FOR…
• Working harmoniously with others.
• Creating new partnerships, new collaborations, and new teams.
• Celebrating and deepening the relationships in your life—thank you cards, brunch with friends, an annual retreat with your business team.
• Any projects related to justice, balance, peace, love, bridging differences, coming together as one human race.
• Assessing the relationships in your life—both personal and professional—and determining which ones should stay, which should go, and which should be reinvented.
• Creating win-win situations that benefit everyone involved.
• Making things right. Paying back old debts (financial or energetic). Making reparations. Setting things back into balance.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
• September 23rd – The Sun moves into Libra. We enter a month-long period that’s all about justice, fairness, equality, beauty, and harmony.
• September 28th – New Moon in Libra. Great day for collaborating and connecting, and for starting new projects.
• October 2nd – Pluto moves direct. Be a force for good. Feel the power, will, and drive!
• October 3rd – Mercury moves into Scorpio. Mars moves into Libra. Fight for what’s right. Negotiate for something better. Don’t settle for piddly crumbs.
• October 8th – Venus joins Mercury in Scorpio. Strong communication powers combined with emotional depth and love.
• October 13th – Libra Full Moon. Ask, “How can I create more balance and unity in my life?”
YOUR CAREER MANTRA FOR THE MONTH
“The true test of character is to live win-win even when promoted to positions where win-lose is possible.” ―Orrin Woodward, author, Guinness Record holder, and leadership expert
Libra invites us to ask, “How can I negotiate for a better life and career? How can I experience more balance in my life? How can I reach for more of what I desire—without harming others in the process? How can I create situations that are fair, just, and win-win for everyone involved?”
Let these questions guide you into a beautiful, harmonious month.
Much love,
Ellen & Heidi
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