ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- It's time for you to go after what you want with more dedication and tenacity. You don't want to quit before you've done all you can. (April 5-April 19) -- A simple matter of personal taste will evolve into a major issue that many will have to contend with.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may be facing quite a task as you try to sell your ideas to those who have never been quick to buy what you have to offer. (May 6-May 20) -- You understand that a current problem can be solved in a new way -- but those around you may be resistant.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You are feeling as though no one has been taking you seriously lately. This week you'll have a chance to state your case -- in a new way. (June 7-June 20) -- It's time to present examples of your work so that others will know what to invest in when the time comes.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You're facing quite an obstacle this week, and you're not likely to overcome it entirely on your own. It's time to assemble a team. (July 8-July 22) -- No matter how specific you are, there will be those who doubt that you can get it all done as described.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- It's time to let others know precisely what you are going to do -- before the time has come to do it. Your ideas are certainly valid. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- There is more to think about than economics; style and substance vie for your attention.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You are ready to put a plan into motion, but before you do you'll want to be sure that your timeline is complete and error-free. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You're likely to achieve a certain level of celebrity this week -- just in time to enjoy it fully.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may fear that you haven't done everything possible to ensure your own success -- and this week the returns will start coming in. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You'll want to avoid anything that might distract from the messages you are trying to convey.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- How you spin a certain story this week will make all the difference -- but take care that you don't simply promote fiction. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may be facing a crisis of confidence at this time. Focus on what you know you can do.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- A competition is likely to heat up this week as a rival hits you with a plan that seems, at first, to be more exciting than your own. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- A major decision is to be made this week, but you may not feel its effects for a while; be patient.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- Others may be expecting you to solve a major problem in one fell swoop -- but you know that it's not possible to do it that way. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You may have trouble convincing those around you this week that your plans can lead directly to results.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You'll have to make one or two key compromises as a result of a surprise that hits you just as the week begins. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may find your stress levels rising because certain money matters are not being resolved as hoped.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You can educate yourself in a way that gives you a distinct advantage over the competition this week. (March 6-March 20) -- You are being asked to do things in a way that does not come naturally -- but that can, indeed, yield the desired results.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Travel may be in the picture, but you don't want to risk being unavailable for an important family event. (April 5-April 19) -- You are being pushed in more than one direction, but you can handle the pressure and maintain your autonomy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can win big, but you must realize that there is a price to pay -- now or later. The week progresses in a surprising way. (May 6-May 20) -- Trust is a major issue this week; if you're unwilling to trust others, they're not likely to trust you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You seem to know a thing or two that you really shouldn't know -- and it's all a matter of intuition and instinct. (June 7-June 20) -- It may be hard for you to wait your turn this week, but you must do that if you want to maximize your gains later on.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- How you express yourself will make a big difference -- not only to you, but to those who are lucky enough to hear what you have to say. (July 8-July 22) -- You've done much to help another advance, and this week it's time to tend to your own progress.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You can take a routine endeavor and turn it into something extraordinary. You can influence others with your ability to connect. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- The powers that be will be impressed with the control you seem to have over your circumstances.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You needn't fear any big mistakes this week; it's the small errors that arise from nerves or carelessness that you must try to avoid. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You'll have a chance to see others at work before you have to put it on the line yourself.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You'll want to take care of yourself as you head into a period of increased activity. You can't afford to suffer any kind of injury. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- Your native playfulness will serve you well -- and endear you to others in a way that can prove quite valuable.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You have your sights set on a lofty personal goal, and you must begin your preparations now; start with getting yourself in shape. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You can enjoy a rather fun week, provided you tend to certain domestic duties early.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can put cleverness on display -- but you'll want to make sure there is some depth to what you are doing as well. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You can show a great deal of improvement over last week's endeavors; your progress will surely be noticed.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can rise in the standings, but take care that you don't set your sights too high too quickly. Keep the pace steady. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- What you most want may well prove the one thing that you must try to avoid this week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- There's no reason to travel far from home to get what you need; those closest to you can provide it -- and more. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You may think that you can give everyone what he or she needs, but you'll have to prioritize and guard against overextending.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You are not one to keep secrets when you realize that full disclosure is necessary to your own advancement. (March 6-March 20) -- Your attitudes are shifting slightly, and you may feel somewhat out of sorts as a result.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Hesitation early in the week can be overcome later on if you remain aware of your pace and how you compare to the competition. (April 5-April 19) -- You can be proud of what you accomplish this week, even though it may be quite different from what you expect.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You know what you must do to maintain your standing, but how you do it must be decided on the spot; there's little room for guesswork. (May 6-May 20) -- You needn't worry about being different this week; indeed, anything that sets you apart is an advantage.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You may have to juggle two completely different tasks this week -- and one does not necessarily help you with the other. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll have only one chance to get it right -- but you have a few tricks up your sleeve, and it's not out of reach.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- Prevailing conditions favor your approach; you can do much to attract attention to yourself and a favorite cause. (July 8-July 22) -- You may have to defend yourself against those who would try to chip away at your self-confidence this week.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You'll have a good reason to take a very different approach, as circumstances favor shaking things up and surprising the competition. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Your familiarity with many different unusual topics will serve you well throughout the week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- What has been most effective for you in the past may not get the results you are hoping for this week; make necessary adjustments on the fly. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may be in an enviable position, but you don't want to take anything for granted; stick to the game plan.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may find yourself exploring an environment that is somewhat familiar -- but in the details it holds many surprises. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- This week, the savings you can enjoy because you were thinking ahead can make things a little easier for you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may have to put up with another's unusual behavior as you try to assemble a team of experts -- but they are all rather eccentric. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- Your perspective enables you to enjoy things in a unique way. Others want to know your secret.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You must remain focused on the overall job you are doing this week, even as you tend to unusual details and manage your fatigue. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Penalties are likely to be few this week, particularly for errors made while being experimental.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You'll be happy with your work this week -- provided you avoid personal distractions that do not allow you to experience things fully. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- You will want to review your activities regularly as you progress through the week. Assess yourself honestly.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You are likely to find yourself in a situation that requires you to combine expertise in one area with a novice approach to another. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- What you do this week may appear flawless to others, but you know there is room for improvement.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You can see things with greater clarity this week, and others will surely rely on your perspective to help them adjust their own. (March 6-March 20) -- You're not interested in second or third place, naturally; if you're going to compete, you want to come in first!