Upright Meaning:
In a career reading, the Four of Pentacles can indicate that you are in a stable position in your career at the moment. However, you may be wary of losing that position to somebody else, and overly suspicious to the point of isolating yourself from your colleagues. You could also be feeling trapped in a job you dislike for fear of losing the financial stability that comes with it. It is up to you to decide what is more important.
In a financial sense, the Four of Pentacles shows reveals, on the positive side, that you are enjoying a bit of financial security, and now is a good time to begin saving up for a big purchase. On the negative side, you could be hoarding wealth or resources without actually enjoying the ease that comes with financial stability.
Reversed Meaning:
In a career or finance reading, the Four of Pentacles coming out reversed may generally be seen in a negative light – it depends on the spread and cards surrounding it. It could indicate giving up or losing a job, making poor financial decisions that seem to siphon money away from you, such as gambling or large debt.
In extreme cases, it could indicate something like bankruptcy. If this card shows up reversed, you are being asked to take a very careful look at your financial situation to see if there is anywhere you could be tightening up your resources. In a more positive light, it indicates that you have the capital to be generous with large amounts of money, or to finally make a large purchase you have been saving for.