ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Know what you're getting into before signing any document or agreeing to do something for another. Check on what's involved before making assumptions.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you fail to pay attention to all the details involving a commercial arrangement, just because you don't care, chances are high that you will get bested by someone who cares quite a bit.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Just be yourself instead of attempting to behave in ways you think are expected of you. If your performance isn't believable, it could hurt your image instead of enhancing it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Should you be called to task on something you promised but failed to do, don't try to respond with a lot of excuses. Instead, set a definite time line and get it done.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't participate when a couple of catty friends voice unflattering remarks about another pal who isn't present. If you do, the absent party will later find out what was said and hold you personally accountable.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- An unfriendly co-worker is just waiting for you to do something wrong. Don't give this person any cause to use your actions against you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You might be more interested in what you have to say than in listening to some sage advice from a friend. When you get into trouble later on, you'll wish you had been all ears.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Don't take anything for granted where your work or career is concerned. If you get a bit cocky and think you have all the answers, you won't listen to the warnings all around you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Take care not to reject out of hand something that you didn't consider or think of on your own. Many ideas will come from unusual sources, and you can't afford to reject them.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It might be a good idea to have someone double-check your work. There is an excellent chance you could goof up on a minor point that would make a major difference.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Much of your time could get devoted to insignificant endeavors if you're not on your toes. Don't expend your energy on inconsequential affairs.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- It's admirable of you to speak of family members in glowing terms, but don't go so far as to attribute to them accomplishments that they never had anything to do with.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Working to your advantage is your gift for amassing financial or material gain. If you're forced to work with intangibles, however, you won't do as well.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- There are times when it's prudent to focus on your personal interests at the exclusion of everything else, and it may be one of those days. Help yourself first so you can then assist others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Certain answers that you're searching for will not be found using outside sources. Find a quiet place where you can think things out for yourself.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you're in dire need of an attitude adjustment, try to find a new endeavor in which to immerse yourself. The more interesting the project, the more successful you'll be.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Friends or colleagues might be intimidated by challenges, but you won't be. There are all kinds of indications that you would welcome a development that could test your mettle.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Financial matters can be dealt with quite effectively if you keep your cool. Trade on what turned out well in the past, because what worked before should work well again.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Sometimes we're better at managing the affairs of others than we are our own, which could be the case for you presently. However, helping others out could prove a boon for you, as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You're not apt to be wishy-washy when it comes to making a critical decision. By letting others know where you stand, you'll have a big advantage.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Spend your precious hours working on worthwhile endeavors. If you fail to use your talents and time productively, chances are you'll suffer feelings of guilt.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're a born organizer, so when you step in to restore order in a chaotic condition created by others, even you'll be amazed at your performance.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Although you might be somewhat reluctant to commit yourself, if you fail to use your time wisely, chances are you'll regret it. Focus your efforts on personal or spiritual advancement.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Because you're so well equipped to handle projects of a mental nature, you should be able to see things from a practical yet innovative point of view.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although you're in a favorable cycle for joint endeavors, there could be a few conditions attached. Any colleague you have must be able to offer as much as you can.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- When it comes to a matter of mutual concern in which you and another are diametrically opposed, a compromise is required. Be the first to propose a solution that both parties can accept.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- A weightier problem than you originally anticipated may fall to you. If someone for whom you're responsible fails to take care of something, it'll be left to you to do the job.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Even though you're likely to be a welcome addition to a social gathering, don't be the last to leave. Head for the door before your host or hostess starts to yawn.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You'll have to be methodical, bold and organized if you hope to achieve any kind of important objective. If you don't endow yourself with these qualities, it isn't likely you'll succeed.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Avoid the company of friends or associates who have a tendency to impose their views on others. Your tolerance for self-appointed know-it-alls is slightly above zero.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Take extra pains to manage your resources as prudently as possible. Later, when it becomes time to pay off these obligations, they could hinder you at just the wrong moment.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be extremely tactful with all your one-on-one relationships, especially those that feature a comfortable rapport. You could unintentionally say something way out of line.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Some big responsibilities or critical tasks you've been successfully sweeping under the rug could come up for air. Once they're out, they could get nasty.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone you know only casually could make a play for your friends. Sharing friendships is one thing, but crossing you out of the picture is another.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You have exceptional leadership qualities, but don't become too self-serving. Victory will be far more gratifying if you include everyone involved.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You naturally wouldn't like it if someone put you in a position to have to defend everything you say. Bear this in mind should a friend make a statement that you disagree with.