Astrology is admittedly a pseudo-science, with no real studies to prove it accurate. Nonetheless, people often laugh about how well Astrological signs describe people born under them. That makes it fun to speculate about the best side gigs based on your astrological sign.
So, we researched the main characteristics of each sign to speculate about which side hustles would best play to that sign’s strengths.
Aries (March 21-April 19):
Aries are dynamic individuals who exude confidence, enthusiasm and love a good competition. Good side gigs for these energetic individuals? Coaching with sites like Athletes Untapped, TeachMeTo and CoachUp.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20):
Steady, loyal and comfort-loving, people born under the sign of Taurus may like side gigs that focus around the home. Good cooks with comfortable spaces to entertain should consider EatWith or CozyMeal to offer special events at home, from fancy dinners to cooking lessons.
If you’re more into cleaning and organizing, consider Hampr, which pays freelancers to clean and fold laundry; or Taskrabbit, which allows you to offer a variety of in-home services, ranging from cleaning and organizing to repairs and furniture assembly.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20):
Gemini, “the chameleon of the Zodiac,” may want to consider acting. Sites like Backstage can alert you to film and t.v. opportunities, while booking services, such as Extras Management, can help you find work as a background artist.
You can also teach acting or music lessons through LessonFace and Wyzant.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22):
Nurturing and protective, those born under the sign of Cancer are natural teachers and caregivers. Some sites to consider include Outschool, ChildCareCareers, Papa and Care.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Confident and creative Leos may want to try their hand at marketing. However, marketing now splits into many subcategories, from email marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing and in-person gigs.
Like meeting people in person? Check out Field Day or Oppizi. Interested in social media, SEO or email marketing, go with some of the online firms such as MarketerHire, Mayple and GrowTal.
Virgo (August 22 – September 22)
Virgos, practical and detail-oriented, are great with events and food service gigs that require seamlessly juggling multiple demands at once. Some good sites to find work? Qwick, Instawork and Jitjatjo.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Diplomatic and fair Libras may want to check out becoming a mock juror. Several sites offer mock juror opportunities, which typically pay upwards of $25 per hour. Some of the best: First Court, LegalFocusGroup and Online Verdict.
Those with professional skills in specific fields, such as medicine and accounting, may also find good work as expert witnesses through sites like Expert Institute and Round Table Group.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Scorpios are considered among the most mysterious people in the Zodiac. While insightful and loyal, they’re also often described as secretive and controlling. Fortunately, there’s a highly lucrative side gig that can use all those qualities — cyber security. If you’ve got the technical chops, you can find cyber security gigs through Robert Half, Braintrust and TopTal.
Sagitarius (November 22 – December 21)
Free-spirited Sagitarians are adventurous and optimistic explorers. Few side gigs seem to suit them better than being a tour guide. You can be a tour guide in your own town, developing your own itinerary and schedule, with both Viator and Tours By Locals. If you want to guide a tour that’s already designed, consider U.S. Ghost Adventures which operates in many major cities in the U.S.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Determined, disciplined and grounded, Capricorns can make good workers in any field.
However, Capricorns who are good with numbers should consider accounting, bookkeeping and engineering, where average pay can run into the six figures. Good sites to find work? Robert Half, SMA Inc and Acuity Financial.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Detached, independent and original, Aquarians can find good gigs as both consultants and writers.
Some good sites to find consulting gigs include Respondent, Maven, UserInterviews, GLG and Catalant.
Writing sites that pay best? ServiceScape, NDash, Contently and Skyword.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Empathetic and compassionate, people born under the sign of Pisces make incredible artists, tapping into the subconscious needs of the wider population. That can make them successful sellers of everything from crafts to fine art, as well as catchy print-on-demand products.
Some sites that can help sell their wares: Etsy (crafts); SaatchiArt and TurningArt for fine art and sculpture; FineArtAmerica, Spoonflower and Society6 for print-on-demand products, such as t-shirts, mugs, aprons and quilts.
