ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- The possibility of you being an excellent achiever is better than usual, so take on something that is especially important. You'll do a great job handling it.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A painful lesson you learned the hard way will be put to the test. You'll not only avoid making that mistake again, you'll know exactly how to handle things this time around.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Financial and commercial involvements are your strong suits. You'll not only recognize a good deal when you see one, you'll know how to make the most of it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The most beneficial involvement you could enter would be some kind of partnership. If each party does his or her best, mutual advantages will result.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Something you've been trying to accomplish that hasn't worked out thus far can finally be wrapped up if you take a methodical approach. Do things one step at a time.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Don't be reluctant to take charge of things when you get the chance. You'll be far better at calling the shots than you would be trying to comply with the directives of another.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- It behooves you not to waste any time focusing on frivolous pursuits. Bend your efforts toward addressing your more serious problems, handling the tougher ones first.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Don't beat around the bush when there is a serous issue you need to iron out with another. Get down to basics as quickly as you can, and set your mind upon a resolution.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- The possibility of personal gain looks exceptionally good, even if it won't be earth-shattering. Be alert for different ways you can improve your material circumstances.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Because there is something difficult that has to be taken care of, you'll be the one called upon to get it done. Answer the call of your peers with alacrity and zest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Even though you're usually outgoing and friendly in all your relationships, today you could be a bit withdrawn. Come out of the shadows; you'll have more fun mixing it up.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- View your expectations realistically but hopefully, because making them realities is within the realm of possibility. Practical goals are definitely achievable.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You couldn't avoid the spotlight if you tried, so don't fight it. There is no need to get stage fright; the audience is packed with your friends.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- When you decide to promote a new idea, issue or cause, you can become an especially good salesperson, especially if you truly believe in what you're doing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Knowing that you will be better playing a supportive role, you'll happily leave primary management of a project in the hands of someone in whom you have great faith. Good for you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Willingly making adjustments that another wants could turn out to be an advantageous maneuver, and you know it. Your situation will improve as a result.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Becoming a champion of lost causes might be the best thing you can do. It'll give you an opportunity to resurrect something really important that needs to be done.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Bonds can now be established with someone whom you've always liked but have never been able to get close to in the past. She or he will be exceptionally receptive to your overtures.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Being in an exceptionally artistic and creative cycle makes this an excellent day to try your hand at beautifying your living surroundings. You can use this gift for commercial purposes as well.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- There are many strong indications that you could derive some unusual benefits from an involvement that involves a number of pronounced elements of chance. Take your chances.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- More often than not, it's important to prime the pump to get things flowing. For example, if you're desirous of making financial gains, an investment on your part might be required.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Be grateful for what is new and different in your life, because it will be a harbinger of things to come, helping you approach the future with hope and expectation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Those with whom you have commercial involvements will quickly judge you to be fair and equitable. The example you set will be emulated by them in return.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Any new venture that you undertake will have very high chances of success. It's possible there could be three such projects working out to your satisfaction.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Certain knowledge you recently acquired can be used constructively on a current project. You can not only better your own lot in life, but improve things for associates as well.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Take the reins, because your leadership abilities can be a critical factor in revitalizing a joint endeavor that has been going downhill. Your new direction can produce success.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It looks like balance and harmony can be restored in a situation that has become increasingly unsettling. Your efforts, coupled with another's, will be mostly responsible for the improvement.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Certain things that have been impossible to handle on your own can be achieved with the help of surrogates if you motivate them properly. Make sure they can benefit as well, and you'll all do quite well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- A partnership arrangement can become far more productive if you provide the initiative and let the other person serve as a backup. It could be totally up to you to rev the engines.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- A number of important assignments you've been unable to conclude satisfactorily can be finalized by prioritizing them and then knocking them off one at a time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Your popularity is peaking right now, and the impression you're making in your social encounters is favorable and lasting. You'll not find a better time to circulate and make new friends.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Financial trends are far more favorable than they might be tomorrow. If you're involved in something that could spell profit, make every minute count.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You'll not only be a fast thinker, but you should also be able to express yourself in an eloquent and effective manner. All your comments will receive serious consideration.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A venture in which you're presently involved looks like it could be turned into a financial winner, even though you might have to use a slightly different approach than you normally would.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Involvements with authority figures will work out in your favor, whether they were deliberately orchestrated or occur by happenstance.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Establish some definite objectives for the day, but keep them private. You'll find that you will perform far more effectively if you don't have to justify your intentions to others.