ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Your associates will not be manipulated if they don't like the way you want to handle a project. Listen to and implement their ideas.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- People whose work you oversee will likely require some skillful management. Their production could suffer if they are not given proper guidance.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Taking a risk on an unpredictable situation could be an exercise in futility. This might be one of those days when even sure things are difficult to achieve.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Rather than respond in kind, make an effort to be affectionate with your special someone if, for no reason, he or she is a bit on the cranky side. You can brighten things up, if you try.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you hope to really get things done, you'll have to be industrious. If you neglect your responsibilities, matters will only get worse.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If your credit cards are too accessible, there is a strong possibility that you will waste your money on extravagances. Better lock up your wallet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Should you have to deal with a surly, impossible to please individual, don't blame yourself. You didn't fail, he or she did.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you feel impelled to do something for another, do it out of the goodness of your heart and not because you're angling for a reward.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Watch out, because there's a strong possibility you might spend funds that will be needed in the future. Opting for instant gratification could be your downfall.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Be mindful of whom you talk to when socializing. Don't squander all your attention on a hot shot who doesn't give a hoot about you or anyone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don't get into a situation similar to one that has caused you all kinds of problems in the past. Remember the hard lessons you've learned.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Just because you know the other party well is no reason to ignore the details in a joint agreement. Leave no reason for problems to develop down the line.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Be realistic about the tasks you undertake. Unless you're discerning about what you can accomplish, you could easily get in a heap of trouble.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Be extremely careful about what you say. Don't talk about anything meant only for select ears, lest you spill the beans about something very private.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It behooves you to tie up all loose ends, because anything left dangling could cause you a big headache. If you think you can't complete something, don't start it.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- There's a chance that the restlessness you feel could be more mental than physical. Assuage this affliction by speaking with a companion who always has something interesting to say.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Go out of your way to mind your spending, especially where nonessentials are concerned. There's a good chance you could have a large leak in your wallet.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Appearances are always important, especially if you hope to inspire and/or control others in some manner. To be a leader, you must look like one.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Your intuition is in good form, provided you carefully assess what it's telling you. Use your logic in tandem with your hunches, and you'll be hard to stop.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Be open-minded and receptive when socializing with friends. You may find conversations to be unusually meaningful, with valuable information being exchanged.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- A major goal is achievable if you focus your efforts on it. Be careful not to spread your energy too thin, or nothing will come of it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- A number of new opportunities are likely to come your way if you broaden your horizons. Try to develop some new interests so you can meet new people.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- There's no need to be anxious about change, because it could broaden your horizons. Most shifting conditions tend to work for your benefit.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Try to keep in mind that there are always two sides to every story, because if you don't, you could jump to an erroneous conclusion when you learn some unpleasant information.

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.