ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Regardless of how tough the job, be prepared to go it alone should it be necessary. Those on whom you are depending aren't likely to be available when you need them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Instead of applying your ingenuity to the task at hand, you might choose to try to figure out ways of passing the responsibility onto someone else. Don't be a shirker.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It isn't likely that the odds will be in your favor when speculative risks are involved, so move forward very cautiously. What you consider to be a mere gamble could be a huge wager.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It's imperative that you get off to a good start in an important endeavor. A mismanaged beginning is likely to be the precursor for a bad ending.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Before you forward any important information to another, be absolutely certain you have all the facts straight. Something important could be lost in the transmission if you don't.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Someone who hasn't been managing his or her own financial affairs too well might try to offer you some advice on how you should handle your own. This is likely to be something you can do without.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Be extra mindful of your behavior when in the presence of people whom you don't want to make a bad impression on. If you say something wrong, it could be very difficult to eradicate.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Instead of learning a lesson from a painful mistake, there is a strong likelihood that you would make the same one all over again. Stop and think before you do or say anything.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If at all possible, try to avoid the company of a friend who is famous for his or her bad mood swings. This person could turn a pleasant day into a bummer in two shakes.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You might hope to be an achiever, but if you haven't had any success, you must first be persistent and then be prepared to regroup over and over again until you succeed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- It's time to disengage from procedures and concepts that have thus far proven to be unsuccessful. Use your imagination to design something different that works.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Don't be unwisely influenced into following the bad example of a free-spending companion. Foolish extravagance would cause you all kinds of problems that you don't need.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- If you need to have something serviced, check your sources as to who would do the better job. If you don't, you'll be leaving it up to chance as to what kind of result you can expect.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Being far too possessive of someone with whom you're emotionally involved could jeopardize the relationship. Loving the person is one thing, smothering him or her is another.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Have some consideration for your mate's point of view regarding a vital family issue. If you are oblivious to what he or she thinks, it could trigger a whopper of an argument.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When working on a task that requires the use of tools, do not allow yourself to be rushed beyond what is a reasonable, safe pace. The world won't come to an end if the job takes you a bit longer.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Attempt to manage your financial resources with the care of a hard-nosed banker. If instead you are careless or extravagant, you can expect to suffer some financial inconveniences down the line.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Whether you're aware of it or not, the example you set will be the one everybody follows. If you're nasty or difficult to deal with, expect others to be so as well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Should a person with whom you have dealings begin to anger you, keep it to yourself. You'd only make things worse if you react with shouts or harsh words.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If at all possible, keep your financial affairs to yourself, and by the same token, keep your nose out of those of others. Privacy will be highly valued by everyone with whom you're involved.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If someone for whom you're doing a job gives you specific instructions, don't deviate from them without checking with that person first. If you do, serious complications could result.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Keep your opinions and/or suggestions to yourself regarding a matter in which you're not directly involved. Even if the receiving party is a close pal, your input won't be welcomed.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you spot shenanigans perpetrated by someone who does not operate out in the open, don't let him or her know you're hip. This way, you'll have the advantage of surprise.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Try not to do anything that could further antagonize an already reluctant ally. This person's support could be crucial to you.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Think of your hard work on a difficult project as a labor of love, and your toil will seem much easier. A positive, happy attitude will enhance your abilities.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- There is a possibility that many of you Bulls who are unattached could rekindle a past romance at this time. From out of the blue, you might encounter or hear from an old flame.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- One of your greatest assets is your ability to finalize historically tricky situations with a minimum of fuss. Finish with the old before starting the new.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- An arrangement you enter into should be long-lasting and of equal benefit to both parties. This will be especially important if you're dealing with a member of the opposite gender.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Should you be in need of an expensive service requiring an expert, shop around before committing. There's a good chance you'll save yourself some money.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Regardless of the involvements you might have, you're likely to make a good impression on all those you encounter. Bask in your well- deserved popularity.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- A better understanding of what is best for you, as well as for your entire family, can be achieved. Bring any constructive, common interests to the forefront for maximum effect.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There are strong indications that you may learn about someone who is strongly attracted to you. If you'd welcome a new relationship, check things out.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- The financial trends seem to be much more stable than they were yesterday. If there is a fiscal matter that needs to be discussed or revised, do so now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Someone who loves you as much as you love him or her wouldn't mind hearing you express your feelings, especially if you haven't been as demonstrative as usual.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Do more detective work regarding an arrangement or a relationship that you deem dubious. It could be far more beneficial than you think, which you'll quickly discover.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You can gain the support of friends regarding a deeply important issue if you discuss it with them on a one-on-one basis. Don't try to sell everyone on your plan at the same time.