So back in early 2022, I was feeling totally stuck in my dead-end admin job. As a classic Virgo, I kept overthinking every career move – analyzing spreadsheets of pros/cons until my brain hurt. That’s when I decided to actually test those astrology career tips floating around instead of just reading them.
First Move: Organization Overhaul
Dragged out my dusty planner on a Sunday night. Wrote down every single work-related frustration: micromanaging boss, boring tasks, zero growth chances. Broke ’em into two lists – “fixable” and “need escape.” Realized most fell in the escape column.
What I actually did:
- Cleared my chaotic desktop (both real and computer!)
- Made color-coded lists of skills I had vs what jobs needed
- Blocked 30 minutes daily JUST for job hunt stuff
The Networking Experiment
Hate small talk, but Virgo tips swear by “meaningful connections.” Messaged three former colleagues genuinely asking how their careers evolved. Got coffee with one who’d switched industries.
Took notes like a detective during that chat. Asked specific questions like “what skills actually matter in your role?” instead of generic stuff. Wrote down every tool she mentioned and researched them next day.
Skill-Building Reality Check
Found free courses for those tools but got overwhelmed fast. Instead of doing all, picked ONE (Excel macros) and practiced 15 minutes daily while eating breakfast. Made tiny projects like automating my grocery list first.
Posted the ugly-but-functional results on LinkedIn. Got a DM from a connection about a junior data role opening. Panic-applied after triple-checking the job description against my skills list.
The Job Hunt Pivot
Changed my application strategy cold. Instead of blasting 50 resumes:
- Focused only on roles needing my admin skills PLUS one new skill I was learning
- Wrote personalized “why this company” paragraphs using details from their website
- Sent applications only on Wednesday mornings (weird Virgo timing tip)
Landmark moment: Got a callback for that data role I’d messaged about. Nailed the interview by using my “two lists” prep – talked specifics about how I’d organize their messy datasets instead of giving generic answers.
Final Outcome
Started that new gig by May 2022. Salary jumped 30%, but the real win was using my Virgo superpowers properly – now I get paid to organize chaos instead of just stressing about it. Still block Friday afternoons for skill-building. Proved even fluffy astrology tips work if you dissect them practically.
