ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- To be successful, you must be tenacious and quick on your feet. If one of these elements is missing, you won't have much to boast about.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you are far too sensitive for your own good and read all kinds of slights into the actions or words of others, you're likely to let the least little thing ruin your day.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There's a good chance that most of your perceptions won't be in line with reality. You'll allow your imagination to make erroneous judgments that won't serve your interests.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Do your best to accomplish as many essential tasks as possible early in the day. As the afternoon closes in, your sense of priorities might dissolve.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- It'll be important to guard against your more extravagant inclinations. If you lack control, you won't be too effective at managing your resources.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Involvements with others are likely to go much smoother when conducted early in the day. Don't wait until the afternoon, when everyone's patience will be wearing thin.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- There is a strong possibility that you might judge people based on your emotions rather than your logic. If you do, others will evaluate you in the same manner.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you feel compelled to keep up with the Joneses, you'll quickly exhaust your resources. Status isn't worth bankruptcy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Be realistic regarding the demands you make of loved ones. Without realizing it, you might expect more of them then they're able to give.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If you have some confidential information that you're anxious to talk about, make certain that you don't spill the beans to the wrong people.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Because you're likely to be unusually receptive to investment proposals, be extra careful that you can tell the good from the bad. Don't act impulsively.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You're opening yourself up for disappointment if you expect credit for an accomplishment that you have yet to achieve. Do what needs doing, be patient and let your deeds speak for themselves.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Don't take offense if a colleague is paying a lot of attention to a relatively new acquaintance. Your pal is just trying to get to know him or her better.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If an agreement you make is not constructed fairly, you will be forced to make some adjustments later, which will prove difficult. Make sure things are equitable from the get-go.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Before implementing a new program, be sure everyone involved understands exactly how it will work. It could quickly fail if people are working at cross-purposes.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Don't attempt to turn a serious meeting into a social event. Mixing business with pleasure in this instance would only end badly.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Procedures shouldn't be altered if they have been producing good results. Changing things for change's sake would only make things worse.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Focus and deep concentration are essential to your success. Whatever you do, don't let your thoughts wander off what's important.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you have to deal with someone whose ideals and standards aren't on par with yours, take things with a grain of salt. Check out their information before you act on it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Guard against inclinations to do things the hard way. Remember, just because something comes easily doesn't make it worthless. In fact, it could be quite valuable.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Even if you're willing to do more for your friends than they've ever done for you, it doesn't necessarily make them self-serving. Keep your expectations reasonable.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Evaluate your objectives as realistically as possible. If you don't, you might strive to achieve something that turns out to be worthless.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- A good friendship could be jeopardized if it becomes competitive instead of compatible. Don't be the one to introduce such friction; instead be cooperative.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Examining your alternatives from every angle is the smart thing to do, but don't overanalyze things to the point of paralysis. First thought, best thought.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Walk away from any kind of joint venture the moment you see that not everyone has anted up equally, especially if you're one of those asked to pony up the most.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Strive to be cooperative when you find yourself dealing with a group of friends. If you're self-serving, others will follow suit and no one will benefit.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- You have the ability to achieve some important objectives, as long as you don't spread yourself too thin. Trying to juggle several projects may not be the best idea.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- When talking with friends about something political, you should be extra careful. If you find that you're endorsing a position that differs from theirs, walk away fast.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Getting along with people from all walks of life is one of your better assets. Be careful, however, because this wonderful ability might not apply when dealing with authority figures.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Methods that work well for you might not do so for others. Don't try to force your way of doing things on an unbeliever.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- There is nothing wrong with your earning potential, but you might not be too adept at keeping what you make. Don't allow what you worked so hard for to slip through your fingers.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Although taking charge comes naturally to you, don't ruffle the feathers of those who want to express themselves differently. There's room for every sort of viewpoint.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Friends will help you to a limited degree, but don't ask them to take care of things that you should be handling yourself. You wouldn't like the answers you got.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You won't be disappointed if you build your hopes on a realistic basis. The opposite will be true, however, if your expectations are predicated upon receiving a free ride.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Certain conditions that have an influence on your finances and/or career could become quite complex. Handle your affairs with extreme care and delicate attention to detail.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Provided no one challenges you, you will be a most delightful companion. Those who dare to do so, however, could see a totally different side of your personality.