Taurus natives could well be described as the worker bees of the Zodiac. These are reliable and loyal souls who are easy to get along with and make for good team players. As befits a Sign ruled by the Element of Earth, they are also practical and grounded. If something needs to be done, then Taurus individuals can be relied upon to do it...but it may take a while since it is difficult to get them motivated. However, once these natives are up and running, they possess a focus and single-mindedness that is a definite asset. Taurus is a Sign which is notorious for being strong-willed and it would be beneficial for colleagues to lay down the law first. Thus, the Taurus subject is more inclined to follow a given lead and work hard. Indeed, these natives may work so hard that they become the pillars of any company, community and most certainly, their families. Anything that requires organization is also best placed within the hands of the capable Taurus individual. While those governed by Taurus can do well in business, there is also a distinct artistic ability. Even more apparent, however, is the frequent streak of stubborness which can defeat much personal hard work. The inherent temper is also something to be dealt with...although it tends to be mercifully swift. If those ruled by this Sign can keep their focus on the steady accumulation of material goods and the occasional dose of earthy, sensual pleasures, then life will undoubtedly be grand. Taurus natives can be safely guided by their first impressions, although they should never decide any important matters when in the midst of business excitement. A liberal endowment of self-reliance will give these individuals admirable courage and the intuitive talent to properly gauge public opinion, which qualifies them to excel in the fileds of politics and finance. Indeed, some of the world's most influential and able politicians and public officials have been born under this Sign. As a general rule, when Taurus natives have attained positions in politics or public office, they are usually of the better sort or more faithful class. Many of the most honored and successful financiers have also been born under this Sign. Any office inhabited by a Taurus native is likely to be reminiscent of a comfortable and cosy den...a place where guests will feel welcome and the Taurus individual can hold court. Driving around between appointments will probably be accomplished in an SUV...possibly one with ski racks bolted to the top...and any lunch meeting is just as likely to take place in the local hamburger joint as it is in an expensive steakhouse located in an exclusive area of town.

Taurus natives tend to be well-suited to any profession requiring patience, determination and a strong beauty aesthetic. They should select a position that comes with great executive ability rather than originality of thought and action, or ones where an expression of the social instincts come into play. While these subjects are seldom able to originate any great plan, they are highly capable of working out the financial schemes of large corporate organizations while pushing any ideas to successful completion. Even when occupying responsible positions, Taurus individuals tend to be slow but sure in their methods remaining, for the most part, cool and collected. Blessed with keen observation skills and an abundance of patience, those governed by this Sign are content to wait with apparent indifference for favorable opportunities...which they immediately grasp once presented. Possessed of such strong determination, these natives are seldom daunted by obstacles and, for that reason, march steadily on the road to success in whatever they might undertake. The Taurus nature is representative of the constructive side of the world. In short, such individuals are practical business people in every sense of the word. Being the first Sign to fall under the jurisdiction of the Element of Earth, these natives are normally highly successful on the material plane and will relish in owning a piece of land or investing in real estate. However, there is also another side...a spiritual side...which sometimes appears and on such occasions, Taurus subjects will be highly evolved and spiritual beings who possess rare gifts of clairvoyance. In an executive sense, those who fall under the jurisdiction of Taurus will do well to unite the executive force with those governed by Aries (for projective ability) or Gemini (for versatility). In addition, any association with those governed by Scorpio, whose natives are natural superintendants, would also be favorable and, given such an alliance, Taurus subjects should be able to successfully conduct the interests of great cooperative industries. An association with those governed by Pisces would enhance the practical and constructive skills that a Taurus individual might possess. Taurus natives tend to excel in professions where a retentative memory is of special value and are also well-adapted to the study of mathematics and literature, being natural collectors of book knowledge. In short, they delight in all studies which require great memory skills without much originality, although some find success in occupations requiring artistic ability and many extraordinarily talented musicians have been born under the Sign of Taurus.

As employees, Taurus individuals are outstanding workers...one of their most endearing qualities being a willingness to take orders without any resentment. The respect for authority here is based upon the personal knowledge that once an executive position is reached, there will be the expectation of employees to follow directions. There is likely to be an almost Machiavellian detachment exhibited by Taurus individuals toward those they believe are attempting manipulation and such displays will be handled with smooth tact and diplomacy. At the end of the day, those ruled by Taurus will invariably get their own way. In a situation where opportunities are plentiful, Taurus natives seldom seek change or new fields to conquer. They are incredibly capable of perseverance until the reward comes along, but only when they are at the center of things. Once these individuals feel the necessary sense of achievement and security beneath them, and once they have planted themselves in positions where they can build even higher, then they move forward with confidence. Taurus females in particular tend to be "jewels" as employees. Typically, they possess quiet, low-pitched voices and are blessed with a soothing manner. As a boss, the Taurus native will have definite ideas and methods which are probably rigidily set. These individuals will be thoroughly practical souls who need to feel as though their business allows them to creatively express the beauty inherent in the Taurus nature. That having been said, the need to succeed in a material sense will doubtless be even stronger. Taurus subjects will never be satisfied to run a small business, the desire being to build it into a possible empire. No Taurus employer will be content without some expansion, however minor. However, the changes are unlikely to be dramatic or sweeping. Progress will proceed one step and a time and the building will be gradual, lacking in any flash or fanfare...regardless, such building will inevitably take place. It is inherent in the Taurus nature to start and finish what is begun. Thus, Taurus employers will expect the same from their employees. Those governed by this Sign want their facts to be plain, not fancy. Although they might sometimes be wrong for refusing to listen to progressive ideas, in the long haul, when the final score is tallied, they will come out ahead. They key phrase of Taurus natives when dealing with others is quiet common sense. However, this is not to say that such individuals lack imagination or fail to appreciate the finer things in life. Simply stated, those ruled by this Sign are unimpressed and rather uneasy when dealing with fancy names and titles. Although Taurus subjects often come under fire for their bull-headed attitude, they are also stubborn in defending those who have been loyal. Basically rather gentle souls (provided the red flag of defiance is not waved in their faces too often), Taurus natives are strong and dependable...persons who say what they mean and mean what they say. In short, those governed by this Sign will never need an interpreter to get their point across. As work colleagues, Taurus natives are accomodating and that is half the battle already won. They are also fiercely committed, which means there will always be a shoulder available for others to cry on. There are sure to be a few rough patches in the working relationships since these are stubborn individuals who refuse to see eye-to-eye on certain matters and those ruled by Taurus should strive to remember that it does pay to give in sometimes.

When it comes to the art of making money, those ruled by Taurus are truly gifted in this area. However, there is a problem here due to the love of this Sign to live the "good life." Taurus natives possess a spendthrift nature which needs to be watched and carefully controlled. Some Taurus individuals also appear to live in a state of constant worry regarding their ability to make money and pay their monthly bills which prevents them from focusing on the bigger picture of creating long-term fiscal integrity. Nevertheless, as one of the Zodiac's most esteemed providers, these individuals can be mangificent when it comes to managing money...possibly because they value it so highly. They are not adverse to putting their noses to the grindstone for the good things in life while, at the same time, finding enjoyment in the more simple pleasures...a beautiful sunset or good book, for example...and the love of money will not necessarily govern the lives of these individuals. Nevertheless, this is a Sign which loves everything associated with money...the color, the feel and even the smell. Rarely will there be any rash financial decisions here to cause those governed by Taurus to lose their treasure troves..to do so would be to lose the cherished feeling of security. Tangible assets tend to work best for those ruled by Taurus and, consequently, antiques and real estate are far more appealing than stocks and bonds. These are long-term investors for the most part, given their love of both making and keeping money. Customarily experts at making deliberate decisions where money is concerned, Taurus natives will pay their bills on time and their bank accounts will always be in pristine order. These are individuals who are firm believers in the old maxim of "neither a borrower nor a lender be."

Taurus/Aries: A business partnership between Taurus and Aries has an excellent chance of being successful since these two signs get along very well based on friendship. Aries, being ruled by the element of fire, provides the ideas while Taurus, being ruled by the element of earth, is a go-getter who will be very practical and excel at keeping the production flowing, to say nothing of maintaining the books in tip-top fashion. This partnership is comprised of both the salesman and the bookkeeper, which can be a winning combination.

Taurus/Taurus: A business partnership between two individuals governed by Taurus is unlikely to be a workable proposition. Here, both partners would be too much alike and the inherent stubborness of this sign would make either a formidable foe, resulting in irreperable damage to a business if there should be disagreements.

Taurus/Gemini: A business partnership between Taurus and Gemini could be successful. Governed by the pratical element of earth, Taurus will excel at the mechanics of the business, while Gemini, ruled by the mental element of air, shines in the field of marketing and could promote the business in a big way. In short, this partnership could prove to be very mutually beneficial.

Taurus/Cancer: A business partnership between Taurus and Cancer could result in a good idea for something innovative that would be very successful. Being an emotional water sign, Cancer excels in design and Taurus, ruled by the element of earth, is of the mechanical type. Thus, one could work on design while the other works out the mechanics in order to have the idea manufactured. These two might well get along wonderfully in a business relationship, provided Cancer can be the "boss" at least some of the time.

Taurus/Leo: A business partnership between Taurus and Leo is not particularly favorable. Being a sign ruled by inspirational fire, Leo would constantly be at war with (and also putting down) the good ideas that Taurus, governed by the mechanically-minded and practical element of earth, would propose. Here, it is of paramount importance that each learns the strengths of the other and strives to work with those strengths if the business is to succeed.

Taurus/Virgo: A business partnership between Taurus and Virgo can be very favorable to both individuals since both are governed by the mechanically-minded and practical element of earth. Consequently, they share the same moral and ethical outlook on business. In addition, courtesy of the influence provided by Mercury (Virgo's ruling planet), the Virgo partner will forever be analyzing the business in a logical fashion to ensure it is prospering. In short, this is a most excellent union in terms of a business partnership.

Taurus/Libra: A business partnership between Taurus and Libra is unlikely to succeed. The major reason for this will probably be Libra's lack of interest in routine work which could undermine the entire business. In addition, the personality conflicts here are sure to be more than either is willing...or even able...to endure.

Taurus/Scorpio: A business partnership between Taurus and Scorpio can be rather favorable. Scorpio, ruled by the emotional element of water, will be an excellent designer and planner, while Taurus, governed by the mechanically-minded and practical element of earth, will be the ideal "mechanic" to keep the business running smoothly. Here, however, it would be unwise for the pair to attempt to operate on a friendship level...best to remain strictly on a business basis only.

Taurus/Sagittarius: A business partnership between Taurus and Sagittarius would be unlikely to succeed. On a friendship basis, these two signs mesh very well, but since business partnerships are a little like marriages, each individual must remain flexible and attuned to the moods and actions of the other. This may prove to be an impossibility for Taurus, given the inherently stubborn pride in his or her belief that certain things can be better accomplished personally. In addition, the Sagittarius trait of "living for the moment" would effectively ruin any business venture that these two might begin together.

Taurus/Capricorn: A business partnership between Taurus and Capricorn is likely to meet with much success. Here, each will feel empathy for the other which could result in the pair becoming the best of friends, able to discuss the business without anger or prejudice. This is larely due to both individuals being governed by the mechanically-minded and practical element of earth.

Taurus/Aquarius: A business partnership between Taurus and Aquarius has little chance of success...just as any personal partnership has little chance of success. Here, both are fixed signs, neither of whom are likely to do any changing. Unless the business itself is mentally stimulating, Aquarius is sure to "jump ship" within a short period of time.

Taurus/Pisces: A business partnership between Taurus and Pisces could work well to the mutual advantage of both individuals. Here, the fixed quality of Taurus blends nicely with the mutable quality of Pisces. Being governed by the practical element of earth, Taurus possesses the mechanics to hold together the working areas of the business while Pisces, ruled by the emotional element of water, will excel at proposing some wonderful designs to sell the product or idea, etc., as well as having the psychic ability to keep a relatively accurate finger on the pulse of the market. In short, this would be a very good business partnership.

The most compatible stockbroker for those ruled by Taurus is to be found among natives of Gemini (for short-term goals)
and natives of Virgo (for long-term goals ).
Investments likely to make money for Taurus individuals include building consruction, publishing, art supplies and business computers.
In recent years, many Taurus subjects have turned to eBay and other Internet sites in order to market their wares.

Suitable Occupations Include:
- Banking - Accounting - Cashier - Musician - Landscape Gardening - Florist - Building Contractor - Engineering -
- Fashion Design - Interior Decorating - Photography - Finance - Politics - Public Office - Advertising - Antiques - Real Estate -