ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don't give anyone room to criticize you. Your contributions will catch people's attention and override any negativity being hurled your way. Expect a personal situation to get blown out of proportion. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Emotional blackmail is apparent and can cause you to miss out on a really good opportunity. Prepare to pay a face to face visit to whomever you need to see to make things happen. Take a focused approach; don't allow your own uncertainty to stand in your way. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The time is right to take action. No matter what challenge you face, you will have the determination and willpower to drive you to the finish line. You will gain respect and feel good about what you have accomplished if you stick to your criteria. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Unexpected options will appear out of nowhere, leaving you with a tough decision over which you must not waffle. Knowing what you want will be half the battle. Sometimes you have to let go of one thing to grab hold of another. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your aggressive, no-nonsense way of going about what you want will pay off. An opportunity you were waiting for will appear at precisely the right moment. The chance to make a difference to your world professionally, personally or financially is apparent. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Stop fussing so much about the things you cannot change. Focus on what you can do to make your life less hectic and stressful. If that means making a move or backing away from someone who causes you grief, do so. Advancement is possible. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Let the past go and look toward the future. Interacting with as many people as possible will lead to both personal and professional gains. You can mix business with pleasure and come out on top. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Problems at home or within your personal life will only get worse if you don't deal with each issue you face. Don't be fooled by someone's evasive way of explaining things. Ask direct questions and do not budge until you get a satisfactory answer. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your past experience with others will help you move forward now. Don't just think about making changes at home, take action. When something isn't working, fix it. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You'll have too many options and too little time. Don't feel you have to do everything yourself. A rival or past partner can make your life miserable if given the chance. Proceed with caution. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Realize how powerful you are and offer your services, skills or know-how. It's what you do for others that will help you gain respect. Differentiate yourself from anyone else and you can attract the more eccentric and interesting people. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Nothing will be out in the open or easy to see. Strive for fairness and equality if you want personal or professional unions to last. Problems with legalities or settlements can be dealt with if everyone is ready to compromise. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A physical challenge will raise your self-esteem and get you moving in a good direction. Dealing with children and older relatives will be a great learning experience. You can think big but don't overdo. 4 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Do for yourself if you want something done right. Trust in your own talent and ability and you will find that you actually do quite well on your own. Insecurity will stand between you and the success you deserve. 2 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't leave anything to chance. Location will be a life choice, so don't overlook the things that are important to you before making a move or changing your current situation. Your timing is good and should lead to productivity. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Position yourself so that you aren't left in an awkward situation. Your plan must be clearly laid out so there is no mistaking what you want to see happen. Trying to buy affection or loyalty will not pay off. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You will be able to persuade others to do things that will help you get ahead. Recognition will come from leadership. Others will count on you to make things happen and to lead them into victory. Keep your emotions hidden. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Invest in your own talent, skills and ability. You have plenty to offer and can make a difference to any project you get involved in. Taking a strong approach will show your dedication and leadership ability. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Network, get involved in events, social gatherings and activities and you will meet people who support your efforts. A partnership can offer knowledge and experience. You have a lot to offer and will attract a worthy contributor. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Follow your heart and you will not go wrong. An unexpected option will help turn something you're working on into a lucrative endeavor. You'll get interest in what you are doing but ulterior motives are apparent. 2 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): There will be no rhyme nor reason to the way things turn out today. Some will approve of what you do and say and others will not. What's important, however, is that you not be influenced by others. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Taking on a burden that doesn't belong to you will make it difficult to finish your own projects. You have a tendency not to see things too clearly, especially with money matters. Keep your personal and business lives separate. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Your overly energetic attitude will help you get things going. Participating in what everyone else is doing will help you find a niche of your own. Offer your services, opinions and solutions and progress will be made. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There will be plenty of red tape to deal with but you will find ways to address every problem that comes up. Determination is the key to putting things behind you. Don't let someone's change of heart or plans disrupt your day. 3 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): It will be difficult to convince others to see your side of a situation right now. Work alone, perfecting whatever it is you want to present in the future. Overreacting will result in additional obstacles. 2 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): With a little effort you can make changes to your status that should help you out financially. Speaking from the heart and letting others know how you feel about a situation may lead to controversy but it will also help to solve issues that are holding you back. 5 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You have a lot more going for you than you realize. With a little discipline and hard work you can make your dreams come true. An opportunity will arise if you network, go for an interview or apply for a new position. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You have to live in the present. Dwelling on the past or dreaming about the future is a waste of time. Blowing situations out of proportion will not help you convince others that you are a valuable contributor. Focus on the moment. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Partnerships may twist your way of thinking. Be careful not to make a poor business decision based on what someone else wants you to do. You stand to gain if you make the right choice. Making personal changes will boost your confidence. 3 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make choices that will improve your surroundings or the relationships you have with the people you are close to. Taking a greater interest in children, friends or your partner will help you bring balance and harmony to your environment. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Stop procrastinating. You need to make your voice heard, even if it brings opposition. You cannot expect to get ahead if you aren't willing to fight for what you want. Being accommodating and keeping the peace are fine but not all the time. 5 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Take into account what you have seen and done. Once you recognize that you have the experience to take on a new challenge, you will not find any task you face too difficult. Don't let someone else's confusion or misdirection hamper your leadership. 4 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Strive to reach your goals. A change going on in your personal life must not stand in the way of your professional dreams, hopes and wishes. Don't limit what you can achieve because you don't want to hurt someone's feelings. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Choose your battles wisely. It's important that you see things accurately and take the time to make the right choices. It will not be as easy to keep your thoughts a secret or to avoid hurting someone's feelings. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don't give anyone information that can be used against you. It's time to face facts and to do the personal work required to make your life better. Don't rely on others to do things for you. It's up to you. 3 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Talking to others about the way you see things unfolding will lead to a better understanding. A change in a relationship that's important to you should not be allowed to ruin your chance of getting ahead professionally. 4 stars