ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Financial mistakes could have a larger price than you're prepared to pay, so you may need to be especially careful when it comes to your money. Don't take any risks.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Usually, you appreciate the value of compromise and the wisdom of making concessions. Today, however, you might dig in on an issue that deeply moves you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Go ahead and extend a helping hand to someone, but don't let a clever manipulator use your gesture against you. Time and thought must be devoted to your interests as well.

CANCER (June 21- July 22) -- Your thinking might not be as clear as usual. For some reason, you might take certain trivial things far too seriously, while treating serious matters too indifferently.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Though you are likely to be an "old softy" today, to achieve anything of significance, you might have to be a bit more thick-skinned than usual. Try to find a balance between nice and efficient.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It isn't likely that you will appreciate being told what to do and when and how to do it, so it's best to avoid associates who always try to impose their ways on you. Defuse conflicts before they start.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Someone you know socially could turn out to be a pretty tough customer when engaged in business. Limit your expectations about getting any "great deals" from him or her, and don't take anything personally.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you're negotiating a matter of considerable importance, it might be wise to have a capable someone serve as a buffer. You may not do so well one-on-one.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If some of your assignments and responsibilities are being rearranged, don't volunteer to take on more than you can handle. You'll be much more help if you're realistic.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If the root cause of your discomfort has yet to be eradicated, try to avoid a group in which certain members make you feel uneasy. If you don't, your problem will only grow.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don't rely on Lady Luck to bail you out of choppy waters. Instead of rooting for you, she might help others trip you up even more. It would be better to rely on your own resources.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Forgo any temptations to boast about or exaggerate your accomplishments. Instead of looking good in the eyes of others, you might achieve just the opposite.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- This can be a very productive day if you focus on projects that require deep ratiocination. You're well-equipped to handle duties or jobs of this ilk.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Use your head instead of your muscles when it comes to a major project that is in need of good management. The best way to get desirable results is to think your way through things.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Be a good listener, because there is a good chance that some business-related information that has eluded you will come your way. Keep your ears open and your mind alert.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Keep your expectations within reasonable bounds and you'll have a profitable day. If, however, you look for more than you deserve, it'll be another story.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- When you look for opportunities to better your lot in life, chances are you'll find them. However, all you'll get is disappointment if you fly too close to the sun. Be realistic and don't overstep your bounds.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Do not discount any hunches you get concerning your business, finances or work- related affairs. Any one of them could lead you to a valuable asset or help avert a minor catastrophe.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Someone you meet could be worth getting to know better. Chances are, however, it will be up to you to extend the hand of friendship. This person is much too reserved to do so.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- If you find yourself in a situation that includes a number of people whom you don't know, don't be shy. Making new acquaintances will give you that lift you've been looking for.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Go ahead and develop any ambitious ideas that come to you. Chances are they won't be as far-fetched as you or anybody else thinks.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- An associate is likely to impress you with his or her progressive ideas. You'll likely be able to adapt them to your immediate needs.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You'll know how to put into play what others are merely talking about. Acting first will give you a big edge over your competition.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- If there is some kind of special information that you need, don't wait for it to come to you. Get on the phone or Internet and contact people who have the answers.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You should take advantage of today's trends, which will have an especially good effect on your work situation. Things won't just happen, however; you'll need to go after what you want.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- If you're an unattached Taurus who would like to find a special someone, it might be a better-than-average day in terms of meeting promising new prospects.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- There's a good chance that you'll have a knack for finalizing contentious matters to the satisfaction of everyone. Speak up to get your ideas across.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Be sure to compliment someone who deserves praise for a job well done. As long as you're sincere, it will be far more important to that person than you might realize.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Your prospects for material acquisition look to be especially encouraging, especially in situations where you are doing business with someone of the opposite gender.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- It could be a mistake to delegate a critical assignment to someone who has yet to be tested. If you can't give the job to anyone else, you'd be better off doing it yourself.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you feel compelled to do something for another without any thought of what's in it for you, it could turn out to be a beautiful experience. Follow your instincts.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Go out of your way to express your gratitude to someone has been quite kind to you lately. Everyone likes to know that he or she is appreciated. It'll mean a lot.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Situations that have strong elements of friendly competition are always your cup of tea, and today could offer you just such an arrangement. Win or lose, do it with grace, and everyone benefits.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't get upset if your ears start burning, because it's likely that if you could hear all the things being said about you, it would make you happy, not upset.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- If you haven't been as considerate as you should be toward a loved one lately, go out of your way to make amends. Hugs and kisses have a magic that works every time.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Make your needs and wants secondary to those of your special someone, especially if the relationship has gotten a bit stale lately. It's a great way to get it stirred up again.