Which tarot spread is suitable for questions about career?

Hi there! Career questions are indeed one of the most common topics people ask Tarot cards about, as they relate to a significant part of our lives. Based on my own experience and common usage, I'd like to recommend a few Tarot spreads particularly suitable for career readings, ranging from simple to complex, so you can choose according to the specific nature of your question.

1. If you just want a quick overview: The Classic Three-Card Spread

This is arguably the simplest and most versatile spread. It's especially suitable for beginners, or when you only have a vague idea and want a general overview.

Draw three cards and lay them out in a line.
- Card 1 (Left): Past - Represents past causes leading to your current work situation, and your accumulated experience.
- Card 2 (Middle): Present - Represents the core of your current work situation, what you are currently facing.
- Card 3 (Right): Future - Represents the most likely outcome if current trends continue.

This spread is very flexible, and you can also slightly adjust the card positions' definitions according to your question, for example, changing them to:

My Strengths - My Challenges - My Advice
Situation of Choice A - Situation of Choice B - My Advice

In short, the Three-Card Spread is like a 'cure-all,' simple and direct, providing quick and clear guidance.

2. If you want to delve deeper into a question: The Celtic Cross Spread

This spread is more 'heavy-duty,' requiring a total of 10 cards. It's best suited when your career issue is complex, feels overwhelming, and you want to understand all its ins and outs and various aspects thoroughly.

It can tell you:

What is the core of the issue (your current work situation)
What are the immediate obstacles or aids
Your true subconscious thoughts (which you might not even be aware of)
How past experiences are influencing the present
What your hopes for the future are
What will happen in the short term
Your own abilities and attitude
The influence of your environment, colleagues, or superiors
Your hopes or fears
The final possible outcome

This spread provides a lot of information and takes some time to interpret, but it can analyze a complex issue very thoroughly.

3. If you're at a crossroads: The Career Crossroads Spread

This is a personal favorite of mine, specifically designed for questions about 'choices' and 'career direction,' such as 'Should I change jobs?' 'Which is more suitable for me, Job A or Job B?' or 'Does my current job have good prospects?' It has a clear and highly targeted structure.

Typically, 5-6 cards are drawn and laid out as follows:

Card 1 (Center): Your Current Situation - Your current position and mindset at work.
Card 2 (Below): Your Foundation/Strengths - The skills or resources you already possess and can rely on.
Card 3 (Left): Past Influences - What past events led to your current confusion.
Card 4 (Right): Future Possibilities - Where you might head if you make a change.
Card 5 (Above): Final Guidance/Advice - Overall, what is the highest advice the universe or your subconscious wants to give you.

This spread acts like a navigation system, helping you clearly see where you are now, where you can go, and how to get there.

To summarize, how to choose?

Just want to know about your recent career luck? -> Use the Three-Card Spread.
Feeling your work is a mess, very confused, and want to thoroughly understand the root of the problem? -> Use the Celtic Cross.
Facing specific choices like changing jobs, switching careers, or getting promoted, and don't know which way to go? -> Use the Career Crossroads Spread.

Finally, here are a few tips for you:

The question is more important than the spread. Before drawing cards, take a few minutes to make your question specific and clear. For example, instead of just asking 'How is my career luck?', you could ask 'What are my development opportunities in my current role over the next three months?' The clearer the question, the clearer the guidance the cards will provide.
Ask more 'What should I do?' questions. Tarot is not meant to predict a 'fated' outcome; it's more like a wise friend. Ask proactive questions like 'How can I improve myself?' or 'What should I pay attention to?' to receive more valuable advice.
Trust your intuition. While the card meanings are important, your first impression of a card and the thoughts that flash through your mind are often the most crucial information.

I hope these tips help you! Wishing you all the best on your career path.