ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- When going up against another, be it in business or sport, you'll have a bit more to draw upon than will your opponent. This slight but critical difference gives you the edge.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Viewing things in positive terms will give you the advantage over most opponents. It will be the critical factor you need to succeed.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If the stakes captivate your interest, you will show an impressive motivation to succeed. Drive strongly for the hoop.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You're not likely to be afraid of making snap decisions, due to your strong faith in your judgment. First thoughts will be best thoughts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- You have a great aptitude for sorting out the problems of others and helping them repair their affairs. You'll be able to unravel what was unsolvable to many.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Get involved in activities today that help stimulate you mentally as well as physically. You'll discover being actively motivated will feel like you aren't pushing yourself hard at all.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you believe conditions involving your work can be improved, take it upon yourself to make the necessary moves. Don't wait for others to do something.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Temporarily set aside your material wants and needs, and instead focus on your social life. Surprisingly, this might be where your greatest opportunities reside.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Don't allow any situation to hang fire if it has an effect on your finances. Matters can be concluded to your satisfaction by putting forth the necessary effort.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Since your greatest attributes are likely to be your leadership qualities, it's highly likely that you'll instinctively know how to get what you and others want. Do so.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Heed your hunches if you come up with some bright idea regarding a way to multiply your resources. Your instincts involving your financial interests will be right on point.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Because you'll view certain situations realistically and not though rose-colored glasses, you'll accomplish much. Keep your eyes on the prize.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Challenging conditions are more likely to stimulate your positive qualities than negative ones. Success makes you feel like a winner.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- A friend for whom you did a favor will find an opportunity to repay you. Your pal will step to the plate without being asked.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It's to your benefit to study the successful procedures of an associate. You're likely to discover some new tactics that you could put to good use.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Resistance you are facing on a major project can be alleviated if you just make a few tweaks. Once these are implemented, you can go forward with alacrity and aplomb.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Be sure that what you do at work also produces benefits for your co-workers. They, in turn, will be more responsive to your needs and requests. Remember, one hand washes the other.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Work on an endeavor that can either be updated or transformed into something far more useful. The rewards for doing so will be larger than you think.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- What cannot be accomplished on your own can be achieved through a strong team effort. The secret is picking the right helpers who'll stay with the project until the end.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- In order to feel gratified, you need to get involved in something that you can see through to its completion. Only then will you feel like you're putting your time to good use.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Participating in some kind of activity that is unrelated to your workaday world could do wonders to refurbish your outlook on life. Find something different to do that you'll enjoy.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Don't be afraid to spend a little of your funds in hopes of future gain, because in order to make more of anything, including money, it is necessary to prime the pump.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You always require a degree of independence and freedom in life, so don't hem yourself in with a tight itinerary. Leave plenty of room for impromptu developments.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- There is a good possibility that you will collect payment on an old loan that you had completely written off. If this should occur, be appreciative without overdoing it.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Be extremely selective about the goals you pursue. Make sure they will bring you satisfaction once you've achieved them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Because of a reluctance on your part to express what is really disturbing you, friends and/or associates could find you perplexing, as well as difficult to deal with. Speak out.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- It behooves you to be more selective about those with whom you choose to associate. Steer clear of companions who have a faculty for making waves and causing trouble.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- For the sake of harmony, try to view things from your mate or other house member's perspective. What's important to you might not be to him or her.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Having a bad attitude about the day's duties is likely to produce bad results. Putting a smile on your face will make your job quite a bit easier.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Although you may be having difficulty getting someone who is indebted to you to settle his or her account, applying pressure won't help. Find another way.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Be extremely diplomatic when dealing with your mate or an important person in your life if you hope to maintain domestic harmony. Nothing will be gained by bringing up old, divisive issues.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Overstepping the fine line between constructive criticism and nitpicking could produce a situation that will surprise even you. Be more sensitive about what you say and how you say it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Should you want to make a purchase from a firm that you've never dealt with, make sure the merchandise can be returned in case you have second thoughts.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If a person with whom you're involved isn't living up to his or her claims, you'll handle it much better if you're congenial. Don't be authoritarian or harsh.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Even though you're inclined to even the score with someone who did something that you deeply resent, try to find out the motives behind this person's actions. You'll have a smarter reaction.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Every once in a while, you're far too generous to an undeserving person. This is one of those days when you might again exercise such poor judgment.