According to Feng Shui, one can entertain guests in the southern or north-western sectors of the house. The southern sector is good for entertaining business associates as this area is related to the fire element. Entertaining foreign buyers in the north-western sector helps increase networking with them

Q: I have bought a new flat, which is quite spacious. I am into leather export business and have to entertain foreign buyers when they come to India. Is there any Feng Shui suggestions as to which sector of the house should be kept for such guests?

Siddartha Suri

THE SOLUTION: The energy of the southern and the north-western sectors of the house can be tapped for entertaining guests. When they are entertained in the southern part, which is ruled by the yang fire energy, it not only gives a boost to your business but also brings lot of name, fame and recognition from your business associates. Create a vibrant and a lively atmosphere here with warm hues of reds and maroons.

The north-western sector is connected with mentors and influential people. Entertaining foreign buyers in this area would help to increase your networking with them. Create an ambience with earthy and metallic colours and artefacts, which will help generate favours from business connections.

Finance fracas

Q: I quit my job in January 2006 and started commodity trading with crude oil, gold and sporadically with silver and copper. However, I was very successful till the end of March and gained a lot out of it. But in mid-April, I lost heavily and am unable to get back to the earning mode again though there are plenty of opportunities still existing. Should I continue with the above-mentioned business or should I look for a job to sustain my living? I was born on June 13, 1964 at 6.30 am.

Atanu Guha

THE SOLUTION: According to your pillars of destiny, you are a weak water person born in mid-summer. Hence, any work related with water or metal element is recommended for you. The above mentioned business falls in this category.

You entered into the period of water from this year, which made you powerful to gain wealth. But unfortunately, it was the year of clash. Your animal sign Dragon clashed with the Dog, which is the ruling animal of the year. One needs to be very careful in these clash periods and derive support from the animals that work as mediators between these two animals and help in making them friendly.

Wear a locket of a rabbit or keep its picture close by to bring you luck. You can continue with this business, but at the same time be careful in investing money this year. Always face east while working and surround yourself with shades of blue and metallic colours.

Trade talk

Q: I have a small export business for the last couple of years. My date of birth is 28.07.1969 at 1.30 pm. Please tell me how my business will fare in the coming years and what will be my financial status in the next five years. Also, advise measures to improve the business.

Partha Pratim Chowdhury

THE SOLUTION: Fire, earth and metal rule your self-element wood, according to your pillars of destiny. Presently, you are going through the fire period, which means that your creativity is at its best. This helps in expansion of business, but you must play very safe with your finances from the year 2010 to 2016. During this period you will be under the influence of the wood element, which will not be tolerated by your ruling elements.

Earth element being most prominent in your chart reveals that you are loaded with wealth. So always remember to keep it happy by introducing it in its actual form and its associated colours in your immediate environment. These would be beige, cream, yellow, rust and brown. Always face north while dealing with your foreign buyers.

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