ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- There could be some hidden benefits to helping put another at ease. This person will tell everyone how you bailed him or her out of an awkward situation.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You are likely to get an opportunity to become better acquainted with someone whom you always liked but haven't had much of a chance to associate with. It behooves you to capitalize on it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Primarily because of your tenacity when facing obstacles, you'll meet with a lot of success. Capitalize on your gains for all they're worth.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Your dependents might need to be managed with a firm hand. You'll instinctively know how to assert yourself without being unduly harsh or unkind.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your basic, sound business sense could put you in the profit column. As long as you follow it, you shouldn't have any trouble financially.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Because of the excellent way you handle your responsibilities, your colleagues will find you an admirable person. Others can't help copying your style.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Be charitable and compassionate with those who are less fortunate than you. However, you must also be realistic as to what extent you're able to help them.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Don't be surprised if others turn to you when they need help. You'll be remarkably adroit at coming up with solutions.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You are likely to have a slight edge when it comes to competitive interactions. Keep this in mind in case an upstart tries to throw his or her weight around.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have a relationship that is worth maintaining. Make some time to communicate with this person, even if he or she lives far away.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- The probability of achieving your objectives looks to be quite promising, but you might not score on your first try. If you find yourself stymied, try again.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Someone who admires and respects you might make a suggestion that could be a tough pill to swallow. You'd be smart to bite the bullet and heed the advice.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'll become the motivating force in an arrangement that is now being handled by another. This person will be totally prepared to take a backseat and let you do the driving.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- As long as you don't create obstacles for yourself, you can be a leader in an endeavor that is theoretically controlled by someone else. Don't be afraid to step up.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your potential for success is exceptionally good, as long as you don't overthink things. The secret is to focus on where you want to go.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Priority should be given to a situation that would either enhance your career or add to your resources. Look to these areas to get the results you desire.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Knowledge that you recently gained can be used to your advantage. However, it's important not to discuss your intentions with anybody. Just do what needs to be done.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- To get anything done today, you must be bold as well as enterprising. Don't take time to palaver or discuss matters with others -- just dive in with both feet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you subdue your self-interest and try to do things that will provide the greatest good for the biggest number, you'll come out on top.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Conditions are exceptionally good for fulfilling one of your more ambitious objectives. Set your sights on your target and let nothing distract you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Take some time out of your busy schedule for exercise. Physical exertion will invigorate not only your body, but your mind as well.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Instead of waiting for fortune to bring good things to your doorstep, make things happen yourself. You have the power to write your own destiny.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- How well you perform is likely to be determined by the company you keep. If you get involved with some movers and shakers, you'll mirror their behavior.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Because you're presently in a fruitful cycle, you could reap some substantial results from your entrepreneurial endeavors. Focus on involvements that could be financially meaningful.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- It looks like many of your endeavors will turn out favorably, and something special might develop through an old friend repaying a favor.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Don't lower your expectations regarding something that you're hoping to acquire. Conditions are far more favorable than you may realize.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It might appear that one of your recent ideas is too grand to effectively realize. It's OK to modify it a little, but don't change its root.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- A partner in a joint endeavor is likely to need some reassurance regarding his or her share of the payoff. Clarify your intentions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You are in an unusually good cycle for achieving your objectives. This is likely to be true even if someone else is calling the shots. Don't rock the boat.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Because you have all of the right things going for you, such as motivation, ambition, tenacity and luck, a number of your objectives are attainable when you put forth your best effort.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- You're likely to be in for some pleasant surprises, all because you may be given some additional chances to succeed. Don't waste them.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Certain joint ventures can be especially promising if you focus on the facets that offer you the greatest potential for growth and reward.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- One of your greatest assets is your ability to unite divergent interests for beneficial purposes. When you put arrangements together, everyone will gain.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- This is the right day to begin implementing changes that you believe would improve working conditions and/or profitability. At least it's worth a try.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- A partnership arrangement could work out to be quite fortunate for you today, provided this common objective is given prominence over any and all other secondary interests.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- It looks like you could be luckier if you finalize some important matters now instead of tomorrow. Don't leave any loose ends dangling.