ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It's the day to do what needs doing, regardless if it requires a firm hand or a light touch. In either case, you'll have a handle on things throughout the entire endeavor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You might start out a bit aimlessly, but it won't take long before you'll be knee-deep in a complicated project. Once you get your teeth into a job, you won't stop until it is finished.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone who is important to your plans might be a bit difficult to reach at first, but once you get hold of him or her, this person will easily fall into play.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Profitable results are in the making, but not necessarily from where and how you think they might come about. Keep an open mind so that you won't miss any opportunities.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The best way to advance a huge personal interest is to be self-reliant and not count too heavily on anybody else for help. No one is going to work as hard at succeeding as you are.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Keep your intentions to yourself, and your ability to make money can be substantial. But also be sure to share what you earn with others.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- It behooves you to focus your interests on people instead of on your material affairs. You will fare much better making friends than you will by chasing the dollars.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Unless you are subjected to some kind of challenge, it isn't likely that you'll do much with your time. When you want something badly enough, however, you'll put forth whatever effort is needed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- By treating life, people and things philosophically, you'll not take yourself or others too seriously, making everybody you're with feel like they're family or your best friend.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're not likely to be easily deceived or hoodwinked in your commercial dealings, not necessarily because you're smart, but because you won't ignore any warning signals.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- It'll be a huge asset to instinctively know what is of real value and what is mere window dressing. Listen to your inner voice.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't be hesitant or bashful about accepting a helping hand when it's offered. If another wants to help you out, you can always balance the books at another time.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Watch what comes out of your mouth very closely. Usually you're pretty good at keeping promised secrets, but during this cycle you could easily slip and tell what you shouldn't.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Sharpen up if you find yourself negotiating with a shrewd horse trader. If you are not careful, your desire to get a bargain could cause you to slip and negotiate in a way that works against you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you feel insecure for some reason, be careful not to slip up and try to impress others with false airs or pretenses. You're perfectly good being just the way you are.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll be sorry if you confuse wishful thinking with intuitive insights. If your hunches don't play out, you'll end up being unhappy and sorely disappointed.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It's more than likely that you might not be as good at reading the intentions of others as you think you are. Don't make the mistake of judging your friends' actions in advance.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It might take a lot more effort than usual to convince your close associates that your idea and concepts are good. People in general tend to be a bit more skeptical than usual at this point.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Play it smart and don't offer any unsolicited advice to co-workers regarding something you know little about. If you're wrong, it'll make you look bad.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Treat the property of others with the same care and respect you show to all your possessions. If a mishap should occur through carelessness, you will be held accountable.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don't make the mistake of assuming your mate will automatically be in accord with you regarding a vital matter. Don't be sorry afterward, check first and avoid some serious conflict.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Have all the instructions in front of you when attempting to do something new and difficult. If your memory is faulty, you might not be able to correct any mistakes on your part.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Steer clear of an involvement in which the elements of chance are extremely pronounced. Regardless of how lucky you usually are, the odds might not hold up this time.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Your advice to someone who needs a lot of counsel might not be sound. In your desire to spare this person any pain, you might not be as frank as you should be.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Take a little time to arrange a get-together with some friends, even if it's just for coffee. It'll do you a lot of good to relax with people who like you as much as you like them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Make an effort to spend some time with people over whom you have an influence, especially if you have something important to impress on them. Don't be fooled by age or position; these people will be of enormous help to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Rather than be eager to display your knowledge to others, you ought to sit back and be a good listener. You know what you know -- now it's time to find out what others have to offer.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When it comes your financial or commercial affairs, you should follow your instincts. Your intuitions could be especially keen, giving you an edge on making or saving money.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Endeavors you personally originate or manage have excellent chances for success. It behooves you to hold on to your authority and avoid delegation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Usually you enjoy being where the action is, but at this juncture, a retreat to peaceful surroundings for whatever amount of time you need may be essential for sorting out your thoughts.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't select your companions in a random fashion. If you have a choice, choose the type of friends who operate on your wavelength. Being with good pals makes everything right with the world.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Challenging developments have a tendency to bring out your hidden qualities, so don't try to dodge adversity. You're not apt to push yourself too hard unless you're confronted with difficulty.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It isn't likely that you will be impelled to dictate to others what they should do and how they do it, but if anyone asks for advice, what you offer will be sage and constructive.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Use your aptitude for finding and bringing out the hidden value in things, and you'll come out ahead in all your endeavors. You may have to look harder than usual to find the quality, but it'll be there.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don't take it as a personal affront if your partner in a joint endeavor is a bit sharper than you. Use his or her efficacy to feather your nest just as your opposite number is doing.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You shouldn't have to be told to use your common sense when it comes to matters that relate to your health. Avoid overindulging in life's tastier tidbits.