The 6 Taurus Personality Types You’ll Encounter in Life

Has the warm spring weather, with alternating sun and showers, left you feeling more grounded and motivated than usual? That's probably the power of Taurus season at work, and we should all make the most of it while we can.

This astrological period lasts from April 20 to May 20 each year, bringing with it feelings of responsibility, focus and leadership. Taureans are also well-known for exhibiting these traits, and while, when writing horoscopes, we can sometimes lump them all into one category, it's important to know there are actually a number of prominent personality types. Learn all about the most common ones below.

The Manager

"The manager" is probably the most straightforward and well-known Taurus archetype, recognized for their sense of dedication and their ability to set clear goals and the steps it takes to achieve them. They're not easily distracted when they care about their mission, and they thrive in leadership roles, with both the foresight and the people skills to see a project through from beginning to end. They also prefer when they're in control of things, preferring structured routines in their lives over chaos and guesswork, and can be really stubborn when it comes to bringing their vision to reality.

 

The Worker Bee

While the worker bee types are just as diligent as the manage types, they tend to apply themselves with even more focus, though they tend to prefer to stay behind the scenes. They're excellent communicators and collaborators whose knowledge is always expanding because they're eager to learn, but they're not the most comfortable in the spotlight, and can buckle under the pressure when they're put in charge. These Tauruses are detail-oriented and love for everything to be perfect, and though they can sometimes be critical of both themselves and others, they never leave a job unfinished.

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The Homemaker

As much as Taurus is known for being career-oriented and workplace-focused, it's also a sign that represents the home, and many Tauruses are known for being homebodies first and foremost. The sign has a need for stability and security, and the way it manifests for these Tauruses starts with making the home a sanctuary. Their abodes are beautifully furnished and spotlessly taken care of while being full of cozy and homey amenities, so they always feel lived-in. Often, they love upholding classic family traditions, and they'll do just about anything to protect the peace of their homes.

 

The Seeker

Of all of the signs of the zodiac, Taurus is the one that's best known for its desire to indulge the senses. Tauruses love seeking out new experiences—whether physical sensations, sounds, scents, flavors or sights—and some of them prioritize these things above everything else. Yes, they're also hard workers with great careers, but their quest is less to do with the job, and more to do with the things that a powerful job affords them. They're often traveling the world, visiting new restaurants before anyone else and doing things that others only dream about.

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The Aesthete

Taurus is one of the zodiac signs ruled by the planet Venus, with governs beauty, wealth and love. Perhaps this is why Taurus is such a lover of all things beautiful. They're magnetically drawn to the wonders of nature as well as finely made things and gorgeous people, with more attuned aesthetic senses than most. While they can sometimes be seen as vain or shallow, their view of the world can also be highly valuable, especially in careers focused on design, artistry and marketing.

 

The Mom Friend

Taurus can also have the reputation of being the "mom friend" of the zodiac, regardless of age and gender, due to their nurturing ways. These Tauruses are often prepared for any situation, with the ability to create a new plan on a dime in the face of any obstacles or diversions. You can rely on them to carry bandages, cash, snacks, a flashlight and anything else that might come in handy at all times, and they always make the time to ensure that everyone in the group is happy, comfortable and accounted for.

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For even more on all things Taurus, click HERE for our thorough breakdown of the sign.