ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Someone who is known to be a gossiper might say something nasty and unfounded about a mutual friend. Don't stand idly by -- squelch the rumor with alacrity.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't be so quick to invite someone home without first checking with the family to see if the welcome mat is out. Someone in the household might need privacy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- An associate at work might try to take credit for one of your ideas when you're not looking. Be prepared to speak up and let the truth be known the minute you hear about it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you find yourself involved in a joint endeavor that requires more funding than anyone anticipated, don't think you have to stay the course. Pull out as quickly as possible.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If faced with opposition from others, abide by what your inner feelings tell you is the right thing to do. The important thing is not to respond in a manner that is offensive.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Sometimes it's smart to follow an intuition or a hunch, but if your logic and common sense are telling you to do otherwise, follow their lead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- There is a strong chance that you could place your trust in an acquaintance whom you know from experience isn't too reliable. If havoc results, you'll have only yourself to blame.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Should you come up with a bright idea for an improvement, just be careful that you don't destroy the good that was already there in the process.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Normally you're a disciplined person who tries to be careful about expressing yourself. If this caution is not in effect, you could blurt out something offensive.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If people you're involved with lack vision and positive perspective, don't let them override you. Go your own way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You might find a polite way to terminate a relationship that is of dubious value at best. It's an association you've been trying to unwind for some time.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Unless you take your duties and responsibilities seriously, chances are they'll end up plaguing you well into next week. You can hide, but you can't escape.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It behooves you to keep all of your lines of communication open, because there is a good chance that you will be hearing from someone who has the good news that you've been waiting for.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't get upset if you are subjected to a change that is instigated by an outside force. What occurs is apt to end up being very favorable for you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Do not waste your time on insignificant matters. You're likely to be far more fortunate with issues, projects or endeavors that are substantial and meaningful.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're likely to be far luckier in your commercial and financial dealings than you would be with projects or endeavors that are less monetary in nature. Capitalize while you can.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The only way you are going to be able to advance your self-interest is to be bold when fate requires it. Have faith in yourself and your abilities to get things done.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You have a lot of extra pluses going for you, some you might not even be aware of. However, everything will be there for you the moment you need it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Agreements you make involving friends will benefit both you and your pals. If you negotiate with an eye on everyone's profit, things will work out exceptionally well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You're likely to get a marvelous opportunity to strengthen your position in a critical area that has a big influence on your work or career. Don't let it escape you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- By merely doing what you do best, which is getting along well with people from all walks of life, your probabilities for success are considerably enhanced.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Keep a weather eye peeled on a new development that has possibilities of providing you with a second source of income. It might be revealed to you quite soon.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Your skills as a salesperson or promoter can be considerably enhanced through some type of verbal or written communication. Let your thoughts be known.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't be dismayed if you get off to a slower start than you had anticipated. The closer you get to the finish line, the stronger you'll become.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Anything you can handle yourself should not be pawned off onto someone else. While you're on a roll, others may not be, so do the chores yourself and everyone will end up happy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Be the one who moves forward on a deal, even if those with whom you're involved don't want to come on board. Conditions favor finalizing matters to your satisfaction.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Even if you have to put your salesmanship skills to the test, it shouldn't be too hard for you to come away with what you want, regardless of how tough your prospect is.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Small details could actually be of far greater significance than the larger issues. Fortunately for you, these critical factors aren't likely to escape your attention.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- In certain situations where you are required to exercise authority over others, make your wishes known in as pleasant a way as possible, in order to get your way.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Things in general should work out rather well, due to your shrewd use of your assets and abilities. What your logic overlooks, your instincts will take care of.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Perhaps one of your greatest gifts is your ability to get along with people from all walks of life. This splendid quality is likely to be in big effect currently.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Try to focus your efforts on meaningful objectives while you're in such a good achievement cycle. Don't waste your time on matters of little significance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- It behooves you to treat developments philosophically, regardless of whether they are beneficial or harmful. A good attitude keeps things in perspective.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An investment does not have to produce a huge profit in order to be classified as a success. Be alert for all kinds of opportunities, both big and small.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Should a difficult decision vie for your attention, face up to it courageously. Being wishy-washy is the worst thing you can do, and would more than likely cause your defeat.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Instead of just doing what is expected of you, go for broke and produce as much as you can. Your industriousness will not go unnoticed or unrewarded.