What does your Chinese zodiac says about your career in July 2020
The workplace can feel like a warzone at times, so it is best to be prepared for the month ahead
By Joey Yap -
You may still be working from home in Phase 2 of Singapore's re-opening or perhaps you've returned to the office. Either way, it is good to find out how you can keep on your toes with some financial tips and how you can keep up to date with your career skills to stay relevant despite the grey clouds of recession ahead.
And whether you are self-employed or work in a company, it is still best to always be prepared and plan ahead for what is to come. In order to make the best decisions for yourself, renowned Feng Shui master Joey Yap reveals what could be in store for your career journey this month:
This month will have its highs and lows. Do not be over ambitious at work. Focus on forging harmonious relationships between your superiors and colleagues instead. As long as you embrace the good and the bad with a positive attitude and mindset, this month will be a good month for you.
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Expect some obstacles and hurdles that could rattle your self-confidence this month. Focus on maintaining a harmonious bond with your superiors and colleagues to ease stress at the workplace. Keep your expectations low and have faith that everything will fall into place in due time.
You might go through a rough patch in your career this month. Put in extra effort to communicate well with others to reduce misunderstandings between your colleagues and bosses. Even though it may feel like your efforts are not recognised at the workplace, it is important to maintain a positive state of mind and persist in pursuing your goals.
This month, there is a good chance you might receive consistent help from others when you hit a rough patch at work. You would have to work extra hard this month to reap the rewards born from your efforts. Remember to be grateful and show appreciation towards the ones who have helped you along the way.
Expect to encounter some challenges this month as things may not go your way. If you work hard enough to achieve your goals, it is not impossible for you to solve any problems that you encounter. Remember not to neglect your health in the pursuit of success.
Make the most of your talents and strengths to do a good job this month. Put in the effort to get what you want, but not to the point where you overwork yourself. Ensure you maintain balance in your life by taking time to treat yourself to a break to reduce the chances of falling ill.
This month, you might begin to see some positive shifts in your life that could result in things falling into place for you at work. Make the most of the opportunities available to you by increasing your connections and network in the professional environment to get what you want. Although you may feel some pressure and may be keen to switch jobs, refrain from making a hasty decision that you might regret.
The workload this month could be overwhelming for you, so it is best to be mentally prepared. Manage this properly by keeping your body active and healthy as the pressure and stress from work could take a toll on your health. Refrain from doing any high-risk or dangerous work-related activities that could cause physical injury.
There are opportunities available to you that may give you a platform to display your talents this month. If you manage to make the most of this, it could open up a lot of doors for you that may lead to your eventual success. Keep an eye out for these opportunities to leverage on the positive energies this month!
This month will prove to be a challenging one in terms of your career, but there are opportunities to gain wealth through your line of work. If there are any special career development opportunities that come your way, grab them while you can and hone your current skill-sets to add more value to your organisation (here are "Top Online Courses To Pick Up A New Skill & Level Up").
Keep your eyes open, as there could be backstabbers at the workplace this month that might make things difficult for you. The good news is that there are influential people around you that may come to your rescue. Be mindful of your interactions with others to maintain harmony in the work environment (read also "10 Ways To Brush Up Your People Skills"). Maintain a humble and respectful attitude towards others to avoid misunderstandings.
If you have new work projects that you have been planning to roll out, it is best to put them on hold for now. The energies this month are not in your favour, so it is best to exercise some patience and maintain a positive mindset and attitude. Focus on refining your ideas and gathering feedback from your colleagues to improve on the potential weaknesses before progressing further.
This article was first published in Singapore Women's Weekly.