With a round and fat face, the Pig is the symbol of wealth, felicity, honesty, and practicality. No wonder you put your savings in a 'piggy bank'.People born in a year of the Pig are usually sensitive but trusting. When talking to them, be straightforward (even blunt) to avoid misunderstandings that could be percieved as breach of trust. Pig people are generous and find it difficult to refuse a proposition. Not being intimidating overpowering will make people born in the year of the Pigs feel comfortable around you. Be sincere and honest to build a good relationship with them

Year Of The Pig

The lunar zodiac (shēngxiào meaning “born resembling”) is consists of 12 animals. An animal and its attributes are assigned to each year in a repeating 12- cycle based on the lunar calendar. Not only is the Chinese zodiac used to predict one’s fortune, its also believed to give an insight into one’s personality. While other factors come into play when it comes to one’s personality, the Chinese zodiac sign is a fairly used social indicator. So what are the different stereotypes associated with each animal in the Chinese zodiac and more importantly <a href="https://www.jobstreet.com.sg/career-resources/5-simple-ways-build-rapport-team-contrasting-personalities/">how do you deal with them</a>?

The Lunar Zodiac

People with the monkey as their lunar zodiac sign have brilliant minds. They have strong, healthy bodies that enable them to perform well in school or at work.They also show initiative and they dont back down to new challenges. Its no wonder they're appreciated by teachers and bosses. They make excellent leaders than anyone else.How to get along with them? As Monkeys are quick-witted, they're also attracted to humorous and intelligent people or to people who are mature and independent. Develop more hobbies and broaden your interests so that you can have more in common with the Monkeys.

Year Of The Monkey

While it might be fun to associate your colleagues and acquaintainces with their different animal guardians, remember that stereotypes are just that-- Stereotypes. Nothing more. I was born in the year of the Rat but I don't act like the wise old Rat all the time and Ox may not act like an Ox. At the end of the day, judge your colleagues and acquaintances by their actions, not by the zodiac animal their year of birth assigned with.

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Second in the Chinese zodiac, the Ox is patient, diligent and hardworking. However, they are famously known for being bull-headed and immovable.How to get along with them: when it comes to arguements, there's just no winning against them. Take it slow and see things from their perspective. Perhaps they have a point and that is why they stand by it so strongly.Approach with lots of tact when attempting to make friends with them. Oxen incline to be show offs, so never steal their thunder in public occasions.

Year Of The Ox

The peace keeper, people born in the year of the goat are there to listen to everyone and iron out issues. They are empathetic, peace-loving, mild-mannered but a bit disorganised.Wanna get along with them? People born in the year of the goat are usually shy and timid. Encourage them to open up and express their feelings.Treat them fairly. If they're blue, take them for a walk or a trip and earnestly communicate with them. Otherwise, they will quietly bear the accumulating stress so as not to bother other people.They also don’t do well at staying on top of things. Be patient with them.

Year Of The Goat

Energetic, animated and active, the Horse is always running at full speed. That boundless energy can be tiring but, it can also be a source of energy for the whole team.Horses are really more cunning than intelligent, and that is probably why most Horse people lack real confidence.How to get along witn them: They value freedom, so give them more leeway. Dont ask for details when they seem hesitant to share. Their looks matter a lot to them, praise their OOTD or notice when they show up with a new image. They can't accept other's opinions easity so when giving them advice be tactful.

Year Of The Horse

The Chinese dragon is the luckiest and most powerful in the Chinese zodiac,but is infamous for being hotheaded,agressive and having a sharp tongue.They're not open to criticisms and they don't see themselves as irritating/arrogant.They're easily pleased when praised,but can become arrogant so dont take the limelight away from them.They have leadership qualities but like to criticize others relentlessly.<a href="https://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/social_customs/zodiac/dragon/love-compatibility.htm#:~:text=According%20to%20Chinese%20zodiac%20compatibility,when%20choosing%20a%20life%20partner.">They can be a bit narrow-minded.</a>Get along with them? Don't offend them intentionally.Subordinates should not talk back at them to avoid retaliation.Don't steal their thunder.

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Roosters are excellent workers. They are level-headed, straightforward, observant, hardworking, resourceful, courageous, and talented. How to get along with them: Roosters are happiest when they are surrounded by others, whether at a party or just a social gathering. They enjoy the spotlight and will exhibit their charm on any occasion. They expect you to listen to them when they speak and can become agitated when yoh dont. Vain and boastful they don’t like being interrupted by others when they expressing own opinions. Be more patient and understanding

Year Of The Rooster

Dogs are loyal and honest, amiable and kind, cautious and prudent. Due to having a strong sense of loyalty and sincerity, Dogs will do everything for the person most important to them. They'd rather suffer a loss than make trouble for others or do something they consider immoral. Workwise, they're kind and are always ready to lighten the workload of others.How to get along with them: They are not good at communicating so tend to appear stubborn.Being conservative and cautious, Dogs will take their time to really get to know you before opening up to you, let them and be patient.

Year Of The Dog

A sensitive soul.Quiet and peaceful environments suit them best,competitive and aggressive environments may stress them out.They're a bamorous and can develop feeling for 2 people at the same time.People in any relationship with them should not try to control them,that would only push them away.They're not good at making decisions and need to be encouraged for make them to see their own potential and make the right call.They're cautious and are seldom straightforward to others.If you want to be friends with them, you have to be a trustworthy listener first, then extend a helping hand to them

Year Of The Rabbit

Powerful and driven, the Tiger makes a good leader. Once they sink their claws into something, they will see it through to the end.How to get along with them: Don’t be intimidated by the fierce Tiger. They're talkative, so be a patient listener first. They are also quite confident and proud, so do not point out their flaws in public. Avoid stealing their thunders too.Otherwise, they will hold a grudge and take revenge. They like to win and they always take on a dominant role in decision making so when suggesting an idea use a tactful but convincing approach.

Year Of The Tiger

To some, people born in the year of the snake are a cool and calm problem-solvers. They may appear nonchalant most of the time, but truth is, they just dont like showing their vulnerable side. How to get along with them: ommunicate with them in an inductive manner, they need people who will understand them.They're vainglorious and skeptical so those around them should be frank and honest.Never show off in front of them their jealousy can make them turn against you.The Snake sees things from a perspective that no one else might. Ask them about their thoughts, they can be very interesting.

Year Of The Snake

The popular version of the legend tells that in the race organized by the Jade emperor to select the 12 animal guardians,the rat hitched a ride on the ox's head and leapt forward just as they were about to cross the finish line,winning the race and ultimately becoming the first in the order.Those born in the year of the Rat are clever,resourceful,curious,ambitious and can get along with just about anyone.How to get along with them:They love to comment on most affair so listen to them first.Dont be forceful when giving advice,they won't listen.They're suspicious so be sincere and honest w/ them

Year Of The Rat

As an HR Manager (for companies in the US, the UK, Thailand and the Philippines) we've used the lunar zodiac as a tool to establish harmonious relationships with clients, colleagues and superiors. 

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