ARIES (March 21-April 19): Check your finances. An interesting observation based on your past records will help you curb a habit. Shake things up, cut corners where you can and you will get ahead. Dump deadweight and you will find your way to victory. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Strive for perfection and you'll make a lasting impression. Negotiating a better position or considering a partnership looks promising. Putting time aside for a little romance in the evening hours will enhance your life. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You'll have choices to make. Head in whatever direction promises to expand your knowledge, brings you the most experience and positions you for future endeavors. Honesty regarding what you have to offer will increase your chance to excel. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Mingle, network and share your stories and experiences and you will get something in return. Giving a unique spin to a talent or skill you have can help you find a new source of income. A partnership will undergo change. Negotiate and adjust your position. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Personal problems will escalate, causing a setback regarding your professional productivity. Don't mix business with pleasure or you'll put a dent in your reputation. Creative accounting will be necessary. Honesty will help you avoid trouble. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Talks and negotiations will work out well and help send you in a positive direction. Your ability to do things according to plan in a unique and detailed manner will bring you recognition. A partnership will help you excel beyond your expectations. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You will overreact if someone confronts you. Put whatever situation you face in perspective. Rethink your strategy, and focus more on how you can up your income or cut your overhead. Negotiate a deal that will help you handle your money better. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Don't make comparisons when what you should be doing is focusing on your skills, knowledge and getting ahead. You have more options than you realize. Recognize where you must put your time and effort to advance. Finish what you start. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Your efforts must be directed toward maintaining what you've got. Rework an old idea or incorporate something you've learned into a plan that needs to be revamped. Stability can be yours but only if you are willing to make changes. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Jump at any chance you get to mingle with colleagues or to discuss plans you feel will streamline what you've been asked to achieve. You will impress higher-ups with your leadership quality and your dedication and relentless drive. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Proceed with caution. Learning something new will not be easy, but it will be necessary. You can bring in more money if you pick up skills that will enable you to offer a service that is in demand in your community. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Learn from experience. Discuss business deals and negotiate your position. Don't settle for less when you are capable of moving forward on your own. Love is on the rise, and a personal partnership will be beneficial. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): A partnership offering unusual rewards is apparent. Take care of paperwork that may create a problem if left unattended. A passionate encounter will inspire you to resurrect an old project. Don't make an impulsive professional decision. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take advantage of an opportunity to travel for business or to set up a meeting that will allow you to discuss future plans. Partnerships will be sensitive. It's worthwhile to nurture and protect important connections that can influence life. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't be fooled by what your peers say or do. Do your best to stand out. Show interest and ingenuity when dealing with both colleagues and authority figures. Practical coupled with unique will win out in the end. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take on a challenge and you will excel. You can enhance your reputation if you network or socialize. Both personal and professional relationships will be important. Don't let a last-minute change alter the way you feel about someone special. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don't rely on anything or anyone. You'll face opposition at home if you don't find a way to compromise. Sign up for a course that will help you master your skills. Insight into a personal investment will help you make a decision. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don't hesitate to choose what you want to do and the people you want to work alongside. Love is in the stars, and socializing or taking a trip to a destination that encourages encounters with people who interest you should be scheduled. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Don't fold under pressure or let someone guilt you into doing something questionable. Rely on past experience when dealing with your boss, client or peers. You can make an interesting professional or financial change by investing in your talent. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make personal changes to the way you live and to the relationships that count. Letting go of what doesn't work for you anymore will be beneficial and result in having more time to concentrate on what's truly important. Love is highlighted. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Focus on causes that need your input. You can make a difference as long as you stick to simple but effective plans that are easy to implement. Too much of anything will be your downfall. A favorable change at home will lift your spirits. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Stop putting off the fun things you hope to accomplish. Make a choice and follow your heart. Take on a challenge that will allow you to satisfy both your personal and professional needs. Love and romance are in the stars. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Being low-key and observant will be required to avoid negative reactions from the people you encounter. Expect to face a force play if you have not taken care of your end of a bargain you made. Deal with authority positively and swiftly. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take pride in what you do and don't be afraid to brag about what you've accomplished. A contract, settlement or money owed to you will be granted. Travel plans must be kept to a minimum in order to avoid going over budget. 4 stars

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Impulsive action and techniques will bring results but must be monitored carefully. You can end up looking like a genius, but expect to have to undergo some arguments before you come out on top. Experience and knowledge will not let you down. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You are in the zone, so don't let anyone tell you you aren't, or that you cannot do things your way. Dealing with people who interest you will lead to greater professional and personal opportunities. A romantic evening should be scheduled. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Keep your life simple and moderate. If you stray too far from home, you will be vulnerable to situations you have no control over. Being cautious may not excite you, but it will deter trouble. Steer clear of unpredictable people. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You'll lean toward the unusual. Do your research and get involved in projects or fundraisers that touch on problems you feel you can solve. Interacting with creative people will lead to long-lasting friendships and prosperous partnerships. 4 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Ulterior motives are apparent. Whether it's you who has something else in mind or someone else, you must cut through the deception and figure out a way to turn wrongs into rights. Admitting your faults and recognizing others will help you move forward. 2 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Time spent with friends, neighbors or at a community event will be rewarding. The encounters you have will lead to a new pastime or lifestyle change that will improve your current situation. Romantic encounters are apparent. Make the first move. 5 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Get back to basics and remember your past. The experiences you have encountered will help you avoid making the same mistake twice. Put more emphasis on money and budgeting rather than spending on unnecessary items. Refuse to argue. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Make plans with friends, family or your lover. Doing something different or engaging in a passionate or creative endeavor will bring you great satisfaction and a feeling of comfort and optimism regarding the future. Update your appearance. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Change will be necessary to improve your life. Welcome change and look forward to an opportunity that comes your way. When one door closes, another one opens. Trust in you and what you have to offer and a new adventure will present itself. 5 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Put your energy and enthusiasm to work for you. Whether a situation pertains to your profession or your personal life, you can make changes that will enhance your life and your future. A commitment will stabilize your long-term goals. 5 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don't be a follower. Someone will encourage you to make a poor choice. Separate your personal and business situations -- focus on one or the other without interference. Concentrate on your home, family and a better lifestyle. 2 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Listen to your heart and your intuition. You can make arrangements that will protect you from anyone trying to take advantage of what you've worked so hard to accomplish. A romantic relationship will ease your stress and bring you domestic options. 4 stars