ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You shouldn't have trouble advancing your prestige and profits. Strike while the stars are in alignment and things are going your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your optimistic disposition makes you a dominating force to be reckoned with. Anybody who dares try to upstage you is destined for second place.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Your detective abilities will be unusually sharp. If you happen to be working on something that calls for fact-finding, success is inevitable.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- The secret to dealing with others successfully is to make each and every person feel special, regardless of whether that person has done anything for you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- As long as your goals are well defined, you shouldn't have any problems fulfilling them. Knowing what you want goes a long way to helping you get it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You are apt to do better than most in matters that involve pronounced elements of chance. Your luck will be running high, so put it to use.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Make a goal you've been striving hard to attain your primary focus. It can easily become a reality if you relegate everything else to secondary status.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- This could be an unusually productive day for you, as long as you don't put limits on your activities. You're even capable of juggling several jobs simultaneously.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Because conditions are exceptionally favorable, you're likely to be lucky, especially in your financial affairs. Focus on money matters.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Let the adage "If you want something done right, do it yourself," govern your actions. If you delegate work, the results will be inferior.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Something you want badly is much closer than you think. Don't allow any kind of setback to discourage you, because things will ultimately work out.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Your friends will have an enormous influence over your outlook and attitude. If possible, choose companions who have lots of positive mental and physical energy.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You’ll enjoy conversational exchanges as long as they’re not centered on personal or weighty subjects. Don’t allow yourself to get drawn into emotional repartee.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- There’s a chance that you could be domineering in a one-on-one relationship, which would be counterproductive. Use charm to get what you want.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It’s nice to be helpful, but don’t take on so many burdens that it makes you ineffective. When you’re bogged down and can’t function, you won’t do anybody any good.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Stick to the plan of a social engagement, instead of trying to make a last-minute change. Your alterations won't add anything of value.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- If you’re not careful, you could easily yield to peer pressure and agree to do something that does not serve your best interest. Be firm and stand your ground.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Just because someone is a colorful talker doesn't mean that he or she is a knowledgeable one. Don’t be mesmerized by the flash and totally overlook substance.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- The need for instant gratification could cause you to spend your money foolishly. Wait until you find the perfect buy instead of snapping up the first offer you come across.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you make an impulsive commitment or promise, there’s a good chance you’ll end up regretting it. Be very careful on what or to whom you pledge your word.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If a friend or associate is raring to go, you might be a bit too retiring for him or her. Instead of seeking solitude, get out and try to have fun.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You’ll be eager to hang out with people, yet you might not enjoy being in a large gathering full of new faces. Stick to your familiar inner circle.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- There is nothing wrong with being a little competitive, provided it’s for a reasonable, constructive purpose. Today, however, your urge to win might come from a negative source.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You’ll be susceptible to high-risk proposals that promise something for nothing. Look at all "too good to be true" deals with a gimlet eye.

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.