Aries Employee Profile===================Aries employees make excellent troubleshooters.They'll usually want to be out in the field at a variety ofdifferent work sites fixing things. They certainlywon't be happy for very long behind a desk in a 9 to 5schedule. The bored Aries employee who has been forcedinto a square hole will typically be restless, angry, and careless with details. No amount of money wouldcompensate for being stuck in a routine job. Money infact isn't why they are working at all. They do wantto be paid fairly and need a status position tosatisfy their competitive tendenciesbut even more importantly, they'll want challengingnew projects. They typically like to have a sense ofresponsibility and need to feel needed. In return,they'll give their all and provide detailed, consistent work. They will literally work themselvesto exhaustion to prove themselves. If you want to keepyour Aries co-worker productive and happy, you'll wantto give them the opportunity to work independently or let them help and lead less experienced workers.Taurus Employee Profile===================Taureans make some of the best employees. They areloyal, hardworking, and no-nonsense. They workmethodically and follow projects through until they are complete. Some may appear to work a little tooslowly-usually because they are so careful-but theywill always finish what they start. They thrive onstructure, schedules, and routine. You'll find themdoing the same exact thing at the same time every day.Taureans, however, are not exactly the malleableworkers that they often appear to be. If they have towork in a chaotic environment, they won't be happy and will be prone to child-like temper tantrums andstubbornness. They might react similarly if they haveto work around ignorant people or at a job where thereis no obvious potential for advancement. Taureans will be very unhappy if there isn't a ladder for them toclimb. Even in the worst situations, they will find away to advance slowly, winning over the most difficultpeople who may stand in their way of progress. Taurus employees will only take so much patiently and happilybefore they feel they are being taken advantage of.They will gladly accept orders and do whatever dirtywork needs to get done, but they expect rewards. They want material gain, salary increases, and thepotential for more power. To make your Taurusemployees happy, be sure to give them projects throughwhich they will see tangible results-hopefullysomething that will allow them to express their unique creativity in addition to their practical side. Theydon't want to feel mired in details for long periodsof time. Make sure to schedule regular performance andsalary reviews. This show of respect should keep them loyal to the company.Gemini Employee Profile===================Gemini employees can have difficulty concentrating onone thing for long periods of time. They havequick-moving minds and love to talk and communicate their ideas with others. They thrive on socialinteraction -- even if their jobs don't particularlysupport it. You'll be able to find them wandering fromdesk to desk gossiping about all the sordid news inthe office. They can be powerful persuaders in theirspeech and make ideal salespeople and mediators. Theylove to negotiate and can work out the best Deal foreveryone involved. When properly stimulated, they can manage to keep their wandering mind focused andactually be quite productive. When they are bored,bogged down with mundane detail-work, or forced to work with people who they considerdroll,they can become mean-spirited and gossipy. Their moods can fluctuate vastly day to day, as well astheir productivity. It is really against their natureto be forced into an average workday schedule andenvironment. They are happier traveling. lf they arein an office they will need constant new stimulation.Most will be wanting advancement if they see this as away to escape the limitations of their jobs. This canmotivate them to put extra effort into their job. If you work with a Gemini, try to avoid getting into anydebates with them - they will surely win and it couldend in some hard feelings on your part. They will needan accepting environment-one that supports their need for multi-tasking.Cancer Employee Profile====================The Cancer employee isn't at work to feed their ego --their job is just a job and a means to get paid. Theywork steadily and are usually very reliable. You'll be able to depend on them to show up on time and do whatis necessary. They won't get involved in powerstruggles or get upset when someone advances beforethem. They are able to accept the situation becausethey see it simply as a rung on the ladder up. Theirmotivation is security. They'll want more money thelonger they've stayed at a job. They don't want tohave to worry about how they'll make ends meettomorrow so they'll need a stable position without much risk. Cancerian workers can slip into some darkmoods on occasion. During these periods productivitytends to drop-as well as everyone else's in theoffice. Their moods can be so strong everyone becomesaffected. To avoid the frequency of these occurrences,managers and co-workers should try to make the workenvironment as homey as possible-keep it well heated,cozy, and friendly. Don't press them to reveal their true inner thoughts-their tendency is to be secretiveand protective, and they could see prying as anattempt to disturb their security.Leo Employee Profile=================Leo workers want to be first and at the center of the office. Even if they can't lead, they'll look forevery opportunity to increase their own status -- andif someone else seems ahead of them, look out. Theywill make it clear that they aren't happy by pouting and complaining. They want advancement so much thatthey'll take on more responsibility and carry aheavier load than anyone else does in the office. Andthey are self-promoters. It is likely that they aretelling everyone in the office what a great job theyare doing as well as giving everyone unwanted advice.They know they are superior and want everyone to knowitas well. This arrogance can sometimes cause problems when working with management. But typically, they arejust hard workers out to demonstrate just how goodthey really are. They thrive in sales positions - theycan promote a product or company just as well as they promote themselves. Their strength and arrogance isn'tjust show either. In a crisis situation, Leos reallydemonstrate their true courage. Leos want to lead andwill be pushing for more responsibility and rewards. They are happy to train and mentor new co-workers asthey enjoy giving advice and being in positions ofauthority. If you are trying to manage a Leo employee,you'll need to give them plenty of praise,responsibility, and independence. They will certainly want to help lighten your load of managementresponsibilities. Just be careful- the next thing youknow they could be taking over your job.Virgo Employee Profile==================In the right situations Virgos love to work. They make idealemloyees, happily working late into the night to makesure everything is perfect and in order. If you arelooking for an employee who doesn't mind starting fromrock bottom in the most entry-level position at the company, hire a Virgo. They'll have no complaintsabout the position being beneath them. They areCONTENT with basic, honest hard work. Theircontentment isn't always apparent, however. They loveto complain and worry. They are quick to criticize the way things are done around the office and are thefirst ones to grumble disapprovingly at what theyconsider to be extravagance or laziness. They areblunt and honest and don't mince words over what theyfeel just isn't right. Usually, this will be brought on by someone doing ahalf-baked job or not being considerate of otherco-workers. You'll want to constantly reassure them,but this will do little to quell their anxieties. They actually enjoy worrying, and there is little you cando about it. Just give them a detail - orientedproject and let them work alone on it. You won't haveto supervise a Virgo worker. They'll check all thefacts before getting started and catch their ownerrors when they are done. To keep a Virgo employeehappy, you should also make sure their environment isorderly and calm. You should also provide smallgestures of appreciation. They don't need extravagance,just let them know you appreciate them insmall ways that won't embarrass them. They willprobably just shrug their shoulders and say, "It's nobig deal." But deep down inside they need these little reassurances.Libra Employee Profile==================Libra employees are detailed, dedicated workers withsensitive natures. Managers and co-workers sometimesfind them difficult to get a handle on. They pick up the energy of the office and are unable to prevent itfrom affecting them. Loud noise, flashy colors, anddiscordant vibrations will put them off so much thatthey will have difficulty fulfilling their obligations at work.One day they may seem like the most bright,hardworking, ambitious employee around. The next daythey might be down, irritated, and unable to produce.Co-workers shouldn't fret when Libra employees are in a dark mood. It really won't last, as a happy state ofmind can come over them just as quickly. When Libraemployees are in a balanced frame of mind, they can bea powerful presence at work-they have a way of gracing everything they touch. Underneath that mess of moods,they really are basically happy and stable people.They are capable of profoundlogical thought and evaluate all sides of a situationbeforeacting. They are one of the most intelligent Signs around.They are expert researchers and mediators. And theirsensitivity to their environment makes them naturalsat keeping things looking great. They will easily helpothers resolve conflicts and can act as a go-between with workers and management so that everyone ends uphappy. If you want to keep your Libran worker smiling,give them the respect they are due and put them in aposition where they can project their great charm and diplomacy. They won't be CONTENT to take orders forvery long, either-make sure they are given increased responsibility.Scorpio Employee Profile====================Scorpio employees usually exude a quiet self-confidence. Theyare self-sufficient and do not depend on others for asense ofself-worth. They keep their private life separate fromwork andtake complete responsibility for their actions andtheir situation.They don't make excuses; they justtake care of business and expect everyone else to dothe same. Those who don't, co-workers and managers-will have to endure the Scorpio wrath. They don't mindbeing completely vocal about what they feel is wrongwith any given situation. And if you tread on theirfire be sure to expect retaliation. They won't takeinsults or opposition lying down. If you manage aScorpio employee, be sure to follow through with your word and don't break any promises-Scorpio is keepingtrack and building up some heavy resentmentsagainst you if you do. You may not even be aware of ituntiltoo late-but when Scorpio gets too much, you'll be sure toknow. Scorpio employees will react towards thosearound themexactly as they are treated. When they get what theywant,they will be very accepting. If you are trying to workwith or motivate a Scorpio co-worker,be sure to treat them respectfully and act professionally. Give themchallenging work that allows them to utilize theirawesome self-confidence and courage.Sagittarius Employee Profile======================The Sagittarian employee is head strong, cheerful, and willingto help. They exude self-confidence and take on taskslike there's no tomorrow. They are willing to tackleeven the toughest of projects as long as it ischallenging and gets them out of the routine. Lucky for them, their shining personalities and honestenthusiasm seem like a bright spot in the office,otherwise co-workers might begin to build animositytowards someone so arrogant and extravagant. Theirtendency to exaggerate and take on more then they can handle usually results in missed deadlines anddropping the ball-not because they are lazy ofprocrastinate, but because their enthusiasm just getsthe better of them sometimes. Don't let theirnonchalance fool you-they really do care about what they are doing. They just have an easy-going attitudethat allows them to keep on smiling even when theyjustmessed up big time. Just because they are flexible andeasy-going doesn't mean they won't tell you exactly how they feel-what is working for them and what isn't.And they won't just blindly take orders - they need tounderstand the method and reason behind theprocess. If you are trying to motivate yourSagittarian employee, be sure to feed them plenty of challenging new projects and hint that some businesstrips might be on the horizon once deadlines are met.And whatever you do, try not to question theirintentions-it is the quickest way to make them upset.They aren'tcapable of deceit.Capricorn Employee Profile======================A Capricorn employee with too much to do is a happyworker. They need plenty of projects andresponsibility. There is no sadder sight than a Capricorn worker without a sense of responsibility.They need to be needed. They are covertly ambitious -usually not flashy or obvious about it-but you willusually know that they are serious and determinedabout advancing themselves. They are completelyscrupulous, so much so that they can beself-disparaging. But they are no pushovers. They canwear down even the toughest customers. Theirpersistence is incredible. Once they set their sights on a goal, they work away at it until the bitterend-whether the goal be that hard sell or the newhardware release. Capricorns don't work for free,however. They expect to be paid handsomely and begiven more and more responsibility. They need to come out ahead of the pack in the end,and they see the work environment as their primaryvehicle. They won't go in for the typical officegossip and politics, though. They want to get down tobusiness at work and see it as no place for foolingaround. With a strong sense of duty and respecttowards their superiors, it is rare they will join inon boss-bashing or knocking the system. They can getfrustrated, however, with blue sky management schemes that lack common sense, and they will interject theirdry sense of humor in the most critical ways.If they want change, they will be unyielding. If alltheir effortleads to naught the result will be deep moods of darkness anddepression with a sense of hopelessness. Keep yourCapricorn employee happy by paying them fairly andgiving them plenty of hard work. Arrange for a path ofadvancement within your organization for them. If you don't, you might find them looking for otheropportunities.Aquarius Employee Profile=====================The Aquarius employee can't tolerate unfairness in theoffice.Hair brained schemes will get the positive attention they deserve if an Aquarian has anything to do withit. They'll try to help everyone see the good side ofa bad situation if it's the last thing that they do.They are so smart-they can't help but hold management in disdain if they feel that they are being unfair andunintelligent. It isn't that they are overly ambitiousand think they could be doing a better job- just thatthey think people in power should know better. Most Aquarius workers are still looking for themselves andwill want to try their hand at a variety of jobs inthe workplace. Whatever they are doing, they will doconscientiously. They usually have strict personal codes that include a strong work ethic. Their bright,off-beat intelligence, and trustworthiness willtypically gain them many friends-in and out of work.Beneath that sometimes odd-ball behavior is solid,concrete thinking and sensitivity to co-workers. Keepyour smartAquarius co-worker happy by giving them plenty ofopportunityto learn news kills. Raises are less important tothem. No amount of money will make it worth their while to stay in a stagnant position. Don't let themget too bored or they will simply find another job aseasily as they found this one-their genius is easy tospot.