by Stephanie Dempsey

If you're considering a career change — or wondering if you're in the right spot now — why not draw on the strengths of your Sun Sign? Contrary to popular belief, work can be more than just a means to make money. It can also be a way to express and develop your natural-born gifts. By following a career path that reflects your own unique talents, you can finally take this job... and love it!

Aries (March 21 - April 19) – Energetic Rams do best in jobs that are challenging, competitive and entrepreneurial. These folks work well on a commission basis, especially when sales incentives are offered. Natural-born heroes, Ariens make great soldiers, police officers and rescue workers. Advertising and public relations might also appeal to these types, who are excellent promoters.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20) – Sedate Bulls enjoy careers that afford plenty of stability. These folks will happily work overtime in exchange for a good salary, generous benefits and plenty of vacation time. Taureans are quite sensual and get great enjoyment working with food, flowers, or luxury goods. Famous for their melodious voices, members of this sign also make great singers, public speakers and receptionists.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20) – Clever Twins need work that affords plenty of intellectual stimulation. And although members of this sign don't like to work overtime, Geminis can produce more in a working day than most people accomplish in a week. They work well under pressure and make great switchboard operators, technical support workers and customer service representatives. Geminis also make great teachers and writers.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22) – Compassionate and perceptive, Crabs do best in nurturing professions. Social work, gardening and child care are all natural fits for this sign. Cancers are natural money-makers and do well as bond traders, bank executives and stock portfolio managers. Members of this sign also work well in human resources, as they are discreet, trustworthy and tactful. Their executive ability is considerable.

Leo (July 23 - August 22) – Although they require plenty of high maintenance, Leo employees are worth every bit of trouble. That's because they're creative, dynamic and inspirational. These folks work best in high-profile positions. They make great performers, interior decorators and tour guides. Lions also enjoy careers that afford status and prestige. They make great doctors, lawyers and executives. Working with children also appeals to these big kids.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22) – Attentive Virgos do best in service-oriented jobs. Members of this sign have a knack for anticipating their customers' needs. They work well in restaurants, spas and hotels. Virgos have highly retentive minds and therefore make excellent editors, researchers and teachers. These natural wordsmiths are also good writers and critics. Virgos can make lots of money when working for tips and bonuses.

Libra (September 23 - October 22) – Charming, witty and tasteful, Librans work best when dealing with the public. Members of this sign make great salespeople, provided they are moving luxury merchandise. Naturally artistic, these folks also gravitate toward jobs involving design, music, or dance. Librans are also extremely gracious and make excellent ambassadors, customer service representatives and restaurant hosts.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) – Self-motivated and focused, Scorpions do best in jobs that require tremendous concentration. Members of this sign make great surgeons, courtroom lawyers and executive secretaries. Scorpios don't like to be scrutinized and should be given a measure of independence after they've proved they are trustworthy. These folks love mysteries, which makes them great detectives, police officers and psychiatrists.

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) – Enthusiastic and optimistic, Sagittarians need jobs that offer plenty of challenges. These folks can't stand routine work and would rather be traveling on business than sitting behind a desk all day. Extremely active, Archers work well out-of-doors and make excellent landscapers, animal trainers and fitness coaches. Sagittarians are also philosophical and are well-suited as lawyers, professors and ministers.

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) – Conscientious and attentive, Goats need work that requires lots of responsibility. Capricorns are rarely in subordinate positions for long. Whether they're store managers or hospital administrators, you can count on these folks to run a tight ship. Their earthy sensibilities are best suited to jobs that involve material goods. Banking, manufacturing and building are all good industries for these folks to pursue.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) – Water-bearers rarely hold conventional jobs. These folks enjoy putting a unique twist on everything they do. Holistic medicine, organic farming or performance art are the sorts of fields these iconoclasts enjoy. Innovative and intellectual, Aquarians also enjoy jobs that allow them to imagine, explore and invent. They make great scientists and engineers. These folks also like working for humanitarian causes.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20) – Intuitive and imaginative, Pisceans are natural artists. These folks enjoy creative work, whether it's hairdressing, graphic design or photo journalism. Fish are also quite compassionate and enjoy healing professions like nursing, social work and physical therapy. Pisceans also make great veterinarians and psychologists. Ultimately, these workers do best when they can set their own schedules and work in private.