Welcome to the Q4 edition of Quarterly Report.
Are you ready to close out the fiscal year strong? This quarter opens at the tail end of eclipse season, one of the most astrologically turbulent times of year. If September was a particularly hectic month for you, personally or professionally—you’re not alone.
Plan to make up for lost time in October. Libra season (September 21–October 21) will help you get your life and priorities back into balance. With Venus and Mars strengthened in their home signs, the second half of the month is an exceptionally productive timeframe for collaborating, negotiating with clients, or chipping away at projects that require a heavier lift.
November, however? Now that’s a different story. While Scorpio season (October 22–November 20) will give you a strategic edge, Mercury retrograding through Sagittarius and Scorpio could land you in a situation where you’ve overlooked a critical detail or let your excitement about a project distract you from what’s realistic. Sag and Scorpio are two of the most passionate signs of the zodiac, but running on passion alone isn’t sustainable. Expect to get a little sidetracked this month, and avoid overpromising or overscheduling yourself.
The end of Saturn retrograde in Pisces on November 27 will reinforce the importance of ditching idealistic thinking and setting firm boundaries. This is a key turning point in a three-year cycle that’s still ongoing. It’s time to put the lessons you’ve been learning into practice.
December starts off well into Sagittarius season (November 21–December 20), which will bring out your intrepid side—but hold your horses. Mercury won’t leave its post-retrograde shadow until December 16, so you might find yourself still struggling to think practically or build momentum on projects that stalled. Luckily, Mars in Capricorn will swoop in at virtually the same time. This planet-in-sign combo means business. It segues perfectly into Capricorn season (December 21–January 20), which will give you the boost you need to lock in, tie up any loose ends at work, and log off for vacation feeling proud of everything you accomplished this year.
Keep reading to learn more about how this will land for you, based on your zodiac sign. Best of luck this quarter!
Aries & Aries Rising
Key themes: Focus, Balance, Precision
With eclipse season behind us and Saturn out of your sign, things are finally settling down for you at work, Aries. You’ll kick enter Q4 feeling focused, energized, and ready to get moving. October could shift your attention to a collaborative venture or contractual obligation. Follow your sharp instincts, but don’t neglect your personal needs when you’re off the clock. If you’ve gotten sloppy about rest or taking time for yourself, that will become increasingly apparent as the quarter unfolds. Proofread your writing carefully too, especially in publishing or academic settings. Worth noting: it can’t hurt to budget some extra time for random research rabbit holes.
Though late December is when the business world slows down for the holidays, it’s also a time of year that routinely shines a light on your career ambitions. Close out the year strong by taking stock of your professional achievements in 2025 and setting concrete, measurable goals for next year.
Taurus & Taurus Rising
Key themes: Discipline, Collaboration, Reflection
Ready to lock in, Taurus? For you, October is all about the daily grind. Hit the ground running this quarter by optimizing your workflow or drilling down on any big projects that are deadlined for Q4. With Pluto pivoting directions midway through the month, you’ll feel empowered to focus on advancing your career. You might even consider setting work-related goals or intentions with the Libra New Moon on the 21st.
In November, the emphasis shifts to your committed and contractual relationships. Close collaboration—and the anxiety that can sometimes accompany asking for help or placing your trust in other people—could be a main storyline for you this month. Take Mercury retrograde as your invitation to turn inward and examine the role you play in these dynamics. Expect some blasts from the past this quarter, too. Uranus will retrograde back into your sign at the top of November, mirroring back to you just how much you’ve changed and expanded your horizons over the past seven years.
Gemini & Gemini Rising
Key themes: Recalibration, Boundaries, Adaptation
Q3 certainly kept you on your toes, Gemini! Work-wise, you’ll spend the first part of Q4 deep in recalibration mode. If you feel drained or overscheduled, brainstorm strategies that will help you work smarter, not harder.
The rest of the quarter looks… well, it looks like a mixed bag for your work life, to be honest. Mercury retrograde could stymie your flow and make it unusually difficult to get on the same page with clients or people in your inner circle. The good news? Saturn retrograde will end on November 27th, galvanizing you to firm up your professional boundaries and take your career aspirations more seriously. When it comes to the daily grind, the Scorpio New Moon conjunct Mercury on the 20th is your cue to hit the reset button. Establish new routines or work-related goals that will carry you through the rest of the calendar year.
Cancer & Cancer Rising
Key themes: Ambition, Organization, Motivation
Shoot your shot in Q4, Cancer. With Saturn out of your career sector, this is your chance to make good on any unfulfilled personal or professional aspirations before EOY. Keep an eye out for October’s Aries Full Moon on the 6th, too. Either you’ll put the finishing touches on a long-term project for work, or you’ll get clarity on anything that’s still blocking your success in your career.
Try to be extra diligent about organization in November. Mercury retrograde could make it a real struggle to stay on top of deadlines or juggle all of your responsibilities. You might feel the urge to reassess how you work—if so, prioritize making the boring parts of your job more exciting or outsourcing any essential tasks you just can’t stand. That dovetails nicely into Sagittarius season, which begins on the 21st and will keep you excited about ending the year strong at work.
Leo & Leo Rising
Key themes: Pleasure, Support, Completion
If you need to put your professional goals on the backburner in early Q4, that’s okay, Leo. Your personal and pleasurable pursuits may take priority right now. Challenge yourself to lean on the people closest to you—whether that’s your team, your business partner, or your S.O.—for encouragement or support. You’re meant to be implementing the Saturnian lessons you’ve been learning over the past few years regarding the importance of trust, vulnerability, and collaboration.
In December, you’ll feel a palpable push to get down to business, quite possibly because you’ve got a mad dash to the finish line ahead of you. Set yourself up for success in 2026 by wrapping up any outstanding projects at work and leaving off somewhere you can seamlessly pick back up when you sign on in January. Enjoy those holidays!
Virgo & Virgo Rising
Key themes: Organization, Diligence, Realization
After the tumult of eclipse season, it’s time to get your life back in order, Virgo. Luckily, organization is one area where you excel. If you have any writing or communications-related projects on your plate for Q4, take a stab at them in October. Your focus and mental sharpness will be off the charts.
Come November, the tone changes. Though Uranus exiting your career sector on the 7th suggests less instability in your professional life, Mercury retrograde may slow your roll. Budget extra time to double-check your writing and computing, even if you’re just penning a routine blog post or submitting your weekly timesheet. Pay attention to the Gemini Full Moon on December 4, too: An important realization could come up regarding your career trajectory, or a big project you’ve been working on could finally see the light of day. And don’t worry. Before you sign off for winter break, you will get on top of that never-ending to-do list.
Libra & Libra Rising
Key themes: Well-being, Rewards, Finances
Happy birthday, Libra! Q4 commences in the middle of your season, which is your annual nudge to prioritize your happiness and well-being. That may or may not involve your career or work-life balance, but make no mistake, putting yourself first will serve you well in all areas of your life.
If you hit your stride professionally in Q3, that momentum will continue to build this quarter. Expect to reap the rewards of your hard work. Your money and resources could be an area of focus for you too, either because you’re tracking slightly over budget, or because you’re rethinking whether a relationship, routine, or repeated expense is actually worth it. Watch out for errors or miscommunications, but don’t be shy about using this quarter to reassess and make adjustments.
Scorpio & Scorpio Rising
Key themes: Action, Strategy, Values
You’re kicking off Q4 in your element, Scorpio. Having Mars in your sign for all of October will embolden you to make moves and see tasks through to completion. Work strategically, bearing in mind that rest is just as vital to your success as sheer effort. And if you’re planning on pitching a bold idea or making the case for why you should be the person who leads a project, do it mid-month. Trust me on that one.
Keep a closer eye on your budgeting spreadsheet in November. Mercury retrograde + your money sector = accounting errors galore. With your season now in full force, take this opportunity to get clear on your personal values and priorities. Maybe it’s time to reconsider where you’re investing your time, energy, or hard-earned money. As the year winds down, expect to be less preoccupied with work or money matters and more concerned with maximizing your quality time with the people you love.
Sagittarius & Sagittarius Rising
Key themes: Networking, Balance, Assertion
Post-eclipse season, you’re entering a new chapter in your career, Sag. Invest in your professional connections in October, whether that looks like attending work happy hours with your team or doing some outreach to potential collaborators and investors.
November will have you feeling even more fired up, but don’t get ahead of yourself. Mercury retrograding through your sign, coupled with Uranus dipping backwards into your health and labor sector, could see you overestimate your bandwidth or lose sight of your priorities. Temper your enthusiasm with careful decision-making, and keep a close eye on your work-life balance. By the time your season begins, you’ll have gained perspective—and you’ll be feeling yourself. Make your big ideas and honest opinions known at the office. You never know who might be listening and taking notes.
Capricorn & Capricorn Rising
Key themes: Recognition, Relationships, Well-being
Career-wise, Q4 opens on a high note for you, Capricorn. No matter your industry, you’re primed to receive some recognition for your hard work or tactful leadership. You might notice that your relationships with clients and collaborators feel easier or lead to more good news for you—thank Jupiter, who’s greasing the wheels for smoother, more rewarding interactions this quarter.
Prioritize your well-being in November, and lean on your team if you feel overwhelmed. Saturn changing directions on the 27th could be the push you need to restructure your workdays. Maybe it’s time to set boundaries around when you will and won’t answer emails or Slack messages outside of work hours. The quarter concludes with the pivot to your season on the winter solstice. This marks the start of your personal new year, so set some resolutions that both challenge and excite you.
Aquarius & Aquarius Rising
Key themes: Progress, Priorities, Rest
Keep your eyes on the prize this quarter, Aquarius. Between Saturn reminding you to conserve your energy and Mars bringing out your competitive streak at work, you’re in an excellent position to make progress toward your career goals in early Q4. And once Scorpio season arrives in late October? You’ll shine like the innovator you are. Just be cognizant of how high you’re stacking your plate.
Missteps or miscommunications at work could derail you in November—if so, blame Mercury retrograde. Make sure you dot your I’s and cross your T’s, especially in your professional correspondences. It bears repeating: Don’t overschedule yourself. Instead, check in with yourself about your long-term priorities and whether your career goals still align with how you envision your life in the future. And consider signing off for vacation early so you have ample time for R&R ahead of the new year. You can thank me later.
Pisces & Pisces Rising
Key themes: Creativity, Opportunity, Community
Q4 is when you rise to the occasion, Pisces. Though you’ll be feeling more pressure to get your life together now that Saturn is back in your sign, you’ll also be more cognizant of your limits and priorities. October is a great month to tackle any projects that involve writing, publishing, speaking, or teaching. Mentally, you’re cooking right now, and you’re still riding that wave of creativity from the summer.
Come November, your career ambitions will come into focus. Are there any exciting professional opportunities on your radar? Toss your hat in the ring—but do your homework first. And read the fine print before signing any big contracts. Mercury retrograde could bring out your idealistic streak, which is not ideal when you’re trying to build a career that’s both lucrative and sustainable. You’ll sort all this out just in time for the pivot to Capricorn season on the winter solstice, which will call attention to your community and social network. Close out 2025 by penning some thank-you cards to your friends, coworkers, and anyone else whose presence was meaningful to you this year.
