“I never thought in terms of being a leader. I thought very simply in terms of helping people.” – John Hume In order to take a position of command, one must first work their way through the lower ranks. You’ve taken the first steps towards becoming a leader in your field, but as of right now, you’re building your network and experience near the bottom of the ladder. It can be slightly frustrating knowing that you have very little authority now, but the foundation that you are laying at lower positions in the hierarchy will serve to make your leadership all the more solid and successful. Your independent and self-sustaining temperament makes you perfect for a leadership position; it is far easier for you to make large decision on behalf of your followers when you naturally feel very little need to seek the approval of others. Your inherent desire for freedom from the constraints of others and ability to innovate in the face of tradition also makes you a flexible and adaptive leader that can handle most any challenge that is thrown your way. Aim to do your best while you are still at a lower position of authority; when those around you recognize your worth as a follower, they will be far more open to raise you up as a leader!

Lately, you’ve been hyperaware of the possibility of big change in your romantic life. There is an opportunity on the horizon, but it may be some time before it is your turn to make a move. You may have a hunch that a potential romantic partner might be considering finally making a move. Have they been talking to you a lot more lately, or coming off as far more flirtatious than they have in the past? Now is the time to sit back and wait for the opportunity to come to you. Listen closely to them, pay attention to the signals that they are giving off, and let them be the one to make the first move. Now is the perfect opportunity for you to look at them with a critical eye; while it may be easy to get excited in the face of a new romantic relationship, it is also key to closely consider whether or not a person will make a good romantic partner. Once they have made their move, you will be better equipped to respond appropriately. If you are already in a relationship, you may have noticed your relationship changing as of late. This change can be either positive or negative; your partner may be thinking of initiating the next step in your relationship, or they may be thinking that it is time for your romance to come to an end. Pay close attention to the situation, gather information, and use this a means to obtain a full and complete understanding of what is going on. That way, you will not be blindsided when they do make their move.

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In a scene similar to the former, a young man stands in the act of proclamation. He is unknown but faithful, and his tidings are strange.

Divinatory Meanings: Dark young man, faithful, a lover, an envoy, a postman. Beside a man, he will bear favorable testimony concerning him. A dangerous rival, if followed by the Page of Cups. Has the chief qualities of his suit. He may signify family intelligence.

Reversed: Anecdotes, announcements, evil news. Also indecision and the instability which accompanies it.

Work has been stagnant lately. It’s felt as though every day is nose-to-the-grindstone busywork, and it’s starting to wear on your spirits. Now is the time to remember your bigger goals: do you dream of a bigger paycheck? A higher position of authority? Job experience that will qualify you for your dream job? While it may be frustrating now, you’re putting in the necessary time to achieve your ultimate goals. Use this time to put your ear to the ground and listen closely to what the industry has to say behind the scenes. Continue to work hard, as it will build up your reputation among coworkers, and absorb information that will help you when you are finally ready to seize your opportunity. Now is not the time to act, but it is the time to begin formulating your plan of attack. However, don’t make your plans too rigid, as it may make it difficult to adapt if things don’t work out exactly how you plan. Once you have taken the time to know the situation inside and out, built up the appropriate networks, and established a reputation for yourself as a model employee, then it will be time to start considering the actions you need to take to move up in the ranks.

When you have the specific goal of advancing in the hierarchy in mind, it can be very easy to neglect your current position in favor of establishing yourself as a candidate for a leadership role. When The Page of Wands appears in the reversed position, it may be an indicator that you need to remind yourself of the importance of your current position. Sometimes, the smaller cogs are the most vital components, and without them, the entire machine will collapse. After all, there can be no leaders without followers to stand behind them. Take some time to ground yourself in your current position and consider what good you can achieve even at a lower rank. Don’t focus so much on creating a certain image of yourself that you fail to recognize the contributions that you can make now. Use this time to establish your core values; will you be a leader that emphasizes fairness? Humility? Honesty? Now is the time to establish your core principles and put them into practice even at a lower rank.