Your career forecast for May, according to your horoscope

Aries - 21 Mar to 20 Apr

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In May, Mars enters Aries’ 12th house of secrecy and closure. From the 13th onwards, you must be careful about who you choose to confide in. Your colleagues may have hidden agendas that go against yours. Be careful about verbal contracts, as it is easy for people to go back on your work.

Instead, strive to get your agreements in legal writing. Double check all information that comes your way and do not take sides until you are confident of the facts. Otherwise, this month advises that as long as you protect yourself, you will be able to accomplish a lot in May. Keep an eye out for opportunities that come your way.

Lucky Dates: 6th, 7th, 23rd, 24th
Lucky Color: Pale Blue

Taurus - 21 Apr to 20 May

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Firstly, happy birthday to those celebrating this month. Mars enters Taurus’ 11th house of humanitarianism and social relationships.

This month, business relationships and the workplace atmosphere will play important roles for Taurians. While you should work towards maintaining relationships, you must learn that you cannot win everyone over. Sometimes, the best thing to do is to remain neutral and avoid taking sides. However, that doesn’t mean letting yourself be stepped on. Instead, you must be proactive and not let your intentions become misinterpreted by others.

Likewise, in your career, this month advises that you avoid being passive and actively work to achieve your goals. Remember to put yourself first and be cautious about accepting new deals without proper research.

Lucky Dates: 3rd, 4th, 30th, 31st
Lucky Color: Sky Blue

Gemini - 21 May to 21 Jun

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This will not be an easy month when it comes to work or career. Many Gemini will have to prepare themselves for the heavy workload coming their way and hunker down for most of the month.

Mercury enters Gemini’s 1st house of identity and attitud, throwing a wrench in Gemini’s carefully thought out plans and ideas. There may be more delays or unexpected projects that require your attention in May, forcing you to put many of your own ideas on the backburner.

This can be a stressful month, however, bite the bullet and always think diplomatically when trying to push things forward (read also "Feeling Overwhelmed By Work? Ease Your Stress Right Now With These 11 Easy Tips"). You will find that you have accomplished a lot by the end of the month.

Lucky Dates: 5th, 6th, 23rd, 24th
Lucky Color: Reddish White

Cancer - 212 Jun to 22 Jul

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This month advises that you pay attention to your colleagues and workplace relationships. The full moon enters Cancer’s fifth house of self-expression and creativity blessing Cancer with an added layer of charisma and wit. This is the best time to schedule meetings, attempt negotiations or hash out the final terms of a contract. You will have an easier time swaying people in your favour.

However, you must be cautious in the second half of the month. It is better not to take any action in the latter half of the month. Instead, be patient and observe the surroundings around you. Delays and complications may occur in the second half of the month.

Lucky Dates: 3rd, 4th, 16th, 17th
Lucky Color: Light Purple

Leo - 23 Jul to 22 Aug

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The stars bless Leo with a helpful boost of energy in May. Make the most of this energy in the first half of the month. You will be able to accomplish a lot if you put your mind to it. Enjoy the spotlight, however, take some precaution in the second half of the month.

Jupiter’s retrograde on the 14th can cast a shadow over you. You may feel impatient when faced with delays or sudden obstacles. This can lead to workplace conflicts over the small details of a project. These small issues can easily worsen if you aren’t careful, so work at resolving them quickly and peacefully with those involved.

Lucky Dates: 3rd, 4th, 16th, 17th
Lucky Color: Light Green

Virgo - 23 Aug to 22 Sept

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Virgos feel very comfortable where they are seated this month. You know you are the brains of any operation that occurs, and you are quite proud of it. Your creativity, intellect and innovative mind are your best assets this month and you should use them well. Be forward with your ideas.

However, be careful towards the second half of the month, as you may face serious competition from those you least expect. It may be harder to predict when happens as things progress, so try to build up your foundations as early as possible. Ensure you are always present when it comes to meetings or signing contracts on your behalf (read also "4 Ways To Boost Your Competitive Edge At Work").

Lucky Dates: 3rd, 4th, 23rd, 24th
Lucky Color: Smart White

Libra - 23 Sept to 22 Oct

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Libras may have found themselves completely engrossed in work last month. Be it literally or mentally. However, in May, the stars signal that you may decide to step away from the bubble of work for a while to focus on other areas of your life.

Many Libras are realising the importance of family and may choose to reorganise their busy schedules in order to accommodate more family time. This has the added benefit of many Libras maximizing their time at work to be more efficient overall. However, while Libras are finding more joy in personal relationships, they may have to watch out for their career relations. Choose your business partners carefully, as people may look to take advantage of you.

Lucky Dates: 4th, 5th, 24th, 25th
Lucky Color: Light Grey

Scorpio - 23 Oct to 21 Nov

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Scorpios in May are solid and sure in their foundation and goals, but they are also aware of the people and relationships around them. This is a good time for you to shine and show just how much you deserve the success that comes your way. Don’t be afraid to be more assertive and seek out people. Your silver tongue can turn a negotiation or meeting in your favor, especially if they are held overseas.

However, take caution as in the second half of the month, many signs are hit with a period of instability. Scorpios are a bit luckier than most but should still work on shoring up their positions in the earlier half of May.

Lucky Dates: 7th, 8th, 16th, 17th
Lucky Color: Woody Brown

Sagittarius - 22 Nov to 21 Dec

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Sagittarius’ starts off May like a Knight, busily rushing around to conquer any issues and start making successful conquests. Sagittarians will love being able to run around and exercise their business skills. And there is no shortage of opportunities for you. For a while, it feels like there is little that can go wrong for you.

However, you may experience a bit of a slowdown in the second half of the month. With Jupiter’s retrograde, many signs are choosing to slow down and be more reflective. This can be frustrating for the feisty Sagittarius. You will need to learn to slow your roll and be more detail orientated. There may be many small details of your work that will need ironing out.

Lucky Dates: 3rd, 4th, 18th, 19th
Lucky Color: Pale Orange

Capricorn - 22 Dec to 19 Jan

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Mars enters Capricorn’s 3rd house of communication and social activity roughly halfway through May. There will be an important emphasis on workplace partnerships and Capricorns’ ability to innovate and be creative. The stars encourage you to be open to receiving suggestions and be willing to take risks on projects that may mean more to you personally than it does in a business sense.

However, avoid taking risks in the second half of the month, as Venus’ retrograde can cause strain on relationships both in and out of the workplace. This may put some stress on you as you are not sure who you can confide in. Rely on your business instincts then, be practical and do what you know will be best for your career.

Lucky Dates: 3rd, 4th, 16th, 17th
Lucky Color: Deep Purple

Aquarius - 20 Jan to 18 Feb

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Like many other signs, Aquarians may experience two different periods of success and obstacles in the month of May. Unlike other signs, however, instead of feeling hyper-focused on your work in the first half of the month, Aquarians may experience a more relaxed and subdued period. You are riding on a victory you’ve already accomplished and do not feel the need to dive back into the deep end just yet.

In the second half of the month, however, while you still do not feel ready to immerse yourself in work, there are more urgent things that need your attention. You will have to prepare yourself mentally for dealing with delays or issues.

Lucky Dates: 5th, 6th, 23rd, 24th
Lucky Color: Light Brown

Pisces - 19 Feb to 20 Mar

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Mars enters Pisces 1st house of self and identity in the middle of May. This may give the usually demure and shy Pisces an added and needed assertive boost in the workplace. While this energy will spill over into the first half of the month, giving you an edge in the workplace, especially when it comes to negotiations or debates, it may cause some issues in the latter half.

The energy of the stars may cause Pisces to become more paranoid and controlling in their work. Managers may feel the desire to micro-manage their subordinates or be more aggressive than assertive. Learn to take a step back. Your pro-active stance is useful, but tone it down to avoid becoming overbearing or bossy.

Lucky Dates: 7th, 8th, 30th, 31st
Lucky Color: Light Green