Steadfast and committed, Capricorns succeed in careers where they can showcase their organizational skill, patience, and consistency. This usually lands the grounded Sea Goat in a top position (eventually) and rewards them with a satisfying paycheck to boot.
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Motivated Capricorns may be slow to achieve success but they like to follow the established path to reach their goals, one step at a time. They demand excellence from themselves and those they work with. And while they may be ambitious, they also like the security of a steady paycheck and do well when they choose a career that they know will last until retirement.
Read on to see which careers are best suited to Capricorn:
With over twenty students in a class, organization is a must for this profession. Couple that with a deep well of patience and love of learning, this level-headed sign helps foster knowledge and and a deep appreciation for how things work. Of course none of this goes unnoticed and Capricorn teachers are well rewarded with tenures and awards that contribute to their professional and financial success. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Professor, Tutor, Teacher Aid, Principal
Problem-solving Capricorns love a challenge and what could be a more in-demand career than working with computers? Coding and data management come easily to you Capricorn because you are tenacious, dedicated and possess a deep well of patience to find a missing tag in a bunch of code or discover why a script won’t run. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Software Engineer, Game Designer, Visual Effects Artist
From understanding tax codes and preparing complicated financial statements to building retirement funds, this job demands extreme organization and attention to detail and is where Capricorns excel. And because of their strong moral compass, they will not let you cheat and cut corners. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Treasurer, Banker, Chief Financial Officer, Office Manager, Financial Planner
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Organization is a Capricorn’s strength and they love to show off their “there’s a place for everything” mantra. When they run out of things to rearrange and sort in their own homes, they often feel compelled to move on to unsuspecting relatives and friends and eventually start their own business organizing others. Because of their keen eye for detail, they are able to easily diagnose spacial shortcomings and how others are misusing space. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Cultural Architect, Housekeeper, Managerial Consultant
This career allows Capricorn to put their heart and soul into a project while returning a big profit in a very short time. Independent wealth won’t happen overnight but eventually they will climb the property ladder until they have a view (from a penthouse perhaps) beyond compare. Once they’ve conquered their first few listings, don’t be surprised if they start building their own real estate empire by flipping houses or invest in larger, from-the-ground-up projects. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Real Estate Developer, House Stager, House Flipper
With Capricorn’s love of history and provenance coupled with their keen sense of business, antique dealer is a natural fit. They can geek out over time periods and style while satisfying their business acumen by buying and selling collectible items. Whether it’s a little shop in the country or a little place downtown stuffed to the gills or a virtual store, this job offers Capricorns the independence they love while allowing them to make meaningful connections through sales. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Art Dealer, Auctioneer, Flea Market Dealer, Ebay Dealer
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This career suits the discerning Capricorn because it allows them to have contact with an abundance of material goods and property. They enjoy determining what something is worth and putting value on things. And because they are the most materialistic sign of the Zodiac, they are best suited to establishing value and keeping track of what the market will bear. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Gemologist, Auctioneer, Estate Attorney
While Capricorns rarely forego a formal education, when they do, they choose professions that have established steps for success like an in-demand trade career. With these jobs, there is usually some sort of security built in like unions that will help support their upward track and help carry them to success. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Plumber, Trade Professional, Apprentice
Capricorns tend to eschew the unstable careers of starving actor and struggling artist but that doesn’t mean they don’t love participating in the creative arts. Film Director and Museum Curator are both ways that they can get involved with the magic of imagination all while exercising their business savviness and helping to harness the success of a project by being the leader. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Producer, Gallery Owner
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Another profession where education and apprenticeship come into play, the role of a scientist fits the personality of Capricorn well thanks to an orderly workspace as well as established methodical practices to follow to achieve goals. Whether it’s in a lab or in the field, you know the results will be thoroughly proven thanks to Capricorn’s attention to detail. They’ll never cut corners to prove something right in order to stroke their ego. Other professions that fit within this realm include: Biomedical Engineer, Clinical Scientist, Color Technologist, Textile Engineer, Doctor, Sonographer, Lab Technician
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