ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your best qualities be front and center in most of your undertakings with others. It can't help but win you the admiration of many of your peers.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You won't settle for being second best and, consequently, you'll be able to effectively handle every challenging situation. You'll thrive under pressure.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There's a chance you could run into someone whom you long ago lost contact with. It'll be good to catch up, and initial awkwardness will soon give way to the old bonhomie.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't despair if you're disappointed by someone upon whom you were relying, because someone else will turn out to be a better source for what you need.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The best way to handle a delicate situation is to be a good listener. Once the injured party has aired his or her mind, he or she is likely to be receptive to your input.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- This could turn out to be an interesting day, mostly because of an unplanned but pleasant event that ends up favorably altering your routines.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Lucky you, because Cupid has singled you out for some special attention. He'll be working hard for you, assuring that there will be plenty of harmony between you and yours.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Certain tasks and/or assignments you usually find to be a bit overwhelming will be more like play today. This is because your mind will only be focused on successful results.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Your charismatic personality will be focused on igniting as much warmth and happiness in others as possible, sparking them to do the same.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A unique opportunity may develop in a rather unusual fashion. It's likely that you'll be able to acquire something that you've always wanted. Make the most of it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- A project that you got a friend involved in will turn out for the best. It will be an asset for your pal, and for others.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Instinctively, you'll have the ability to see value in things that seem to be of small worth to others. This gift is, perhaps, one of your most profitable assets.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Offering unsolicited advice is risky at best, so if you do so anyway, make sure the recipient knows that it's just a suggestion. You don't want to be held accountable for unpleasantness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You're likely to have rigid ideas about how things should be done, so any input from a friend or associate could be disruptive. Try to keep an open mind.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It isn't always smart to try to do something the way another does, even if that person's work is excellent. What's viable for him or her might not be a good fit for you.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Try to avoid a risky financial arrangement that you know little about and have little control over. Now is not the time to take chances.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- An old, unresolved disagreement between you and your special someone could rear its ugly head if you allow it. Letting outsiders into your business could make matters worse.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Labors of love are likely to be handled with remarkable skill, but, by the same token, you might not want to be identified with something that you dislike but are required to do.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Even though your earning potential is excellent, the way you manage your affairs may not be up to snuff. Try to bring your "A-game" to everything you take on.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- In order to complete what you start, you need to put limitations on how much you attempt to do. Work on one assignment at a time, and proceed slowly and cautiously.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Instead of trying to rectify another's erroneous perception of you, you're likely to let it go unchallenged and brood about the injustice being done to you. Why?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Be on guard, because there is reason to believe that you could be the target of an expert manipulator. Speak up and don't be a victim.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Be careful not to do anything that could offend someone important to you. You may think your behavior is funny, but the person who pays your salary is likely to be ticked off.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- As always, you will have a choice of how you view developments: positively or negatively. Don't envision failure when it's just as easy to see success.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You are always desirous of acknowledgement, but you could crave it more than usual today. If you don't get it, don't make a big deal about it. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Even though you'll take most of your involvements seriously, you'll still be philosophical about their outcomes. This attitude will help you handle whatever occurs with grace and aplomb.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- One of your greater satisfactions will come from working with another on something of mutual importance. Enjoy the productive relationship.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- It is advisable to get your mate's opinion before making a major decision. They may have ideas that surprise you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't think that you won't feel guilty if you fail to use your time productively. Get rid of your excuses and do the right thing from the get-go.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Business and pleasure can make a compatible mix, provided you have respect for both and split your time between the two as circumstances dictate.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- The possibility for doing what you set out to is very strong, provided you sustain your motivation. Keep your motivations in the forefront of your mind at all times.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you get into a situation that is too narrow or constricted, you could be extremely uncomfortable. Don't allow others to put restrictions on your movement.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- The best asset you possess is your ability to make the most of whatever you are dealing with. This is especially true with financial matters.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Treat your colleagues with respect, but don't let them take over something that you're already handling adeptly. You'll find a way to set boundaries respectfully.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you have to work on something that requires deep concentration, do your best to find quiet surroundings. Noise, disruptions or interference will negatively affect your performance.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Because your aspirations are likely to be more practical than most people's, the possibilities for realizing your hopes are correspondingly greater.