ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although you're pretty good at convincing people of the rightness of your case, if you go overboard, you could cause them to backtrack.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- This could be one of those days when you might be able to get a better deal from a stranger than you could from a friend. It proves that it sometimes pays to check outside sources.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Being too indecisive could severely lessen your chances of achieving much of anything. Take plenty of time to figure out what you want to accomplish.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you're not too discerning about what you want to get done, you could go off in multiple directions, not knowing where you're heading or why. Have a goal in mind for best results.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Disappointment is inevitable if you set too high a price on some merchandise and/or service that you're trying to sell. It isn't likely that you'll be able to find too many takers, if any.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- You will be held accountable for any promises or commitments you've made but haven't as yet come through on. Be ready to pay up, whether you're ready or not.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- If you don't believe in yourself or your abilities, you can't expect others to. Your colleagues will see you only as you see yourself.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- An arrangement with some friends that you're presently contemplating might not be as terrific as it appears on the surface. Look closely before you leap.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Because of a strong urge to expedite an important matter, you could easily do something that would be counterproductive. Try to forgo any decision-making for the nonce.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- It might take far more self-discipline than you're able to muster to complete a tedious assignment. Unfortunately, any disinterest on your part destroys productivity.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Lady Luck is your buddy at present, but only up to a point. If you begin to take foolish risks, she's likely to ignore you and instead favor someone who isn't trying to beat the odds.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- It's not a good day to make last-minute changes on something that is steadily moving along on a proscribed course. Instead of making any improvement, you could derail the entire endeavor.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Difficult developments aren't likely to intimidate you, and you'll have no trouble handling them competently. Yet, surprisingly, you could get upset over something that should be fun.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Although your mate's point of view may be on the somber side, you'll see only the positive aspect of things. Try to help brighten his or her perspective as well.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Even if you feel you deserve far better, try to be grateful for what you get. Do your best to keep your expectations within reasonable bounds.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Guard against inclinations to speculate in unfamiliar areas. It's never a good day to gamble on things about which you know little or nothing.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Although you'll have a great deal of compassion for others, you aren't likely to know how to express it. At least you'll know why your behavior is eliciting a negative response.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Do not expect to get more labor out of co-workers than you're prepared to give yourself. If you want them to work hard, you'll need to do the same.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Be generous with those who need it, but be careful not to be manipulated by someone who's asking for something that he or she doesn't deserve.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Putting forth maximum effort is admirable, but don't be so determined to achieve your objective that you end up doing everything the hard way. That would only slow you down.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Usually, you're fairly optimistic about most everything in life, but you could step out of character and be a defeatist. Don't start playing this unproductive role.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Problems of all sorts, even social ones, cannot be resolved if you deny their existence. Instead of burying them, put them under the sunshine where you can clearly deal with them.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Anybody who cannot help you attain your objective should not be involved in your endeavor. All their contributions and input might do is stymie your efforts even further.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Associates will be more inclined to accept your political or philosophical concepts if you don't present them in a heavy-handed manner. Keep things light and cheerful.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although you'll derive much satisfaction from achieving an impressive accomplishment, striving for it will give you the most pleasure. The fun is in the chase.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Those with whom you hang out, including your family, will have a powerful effect on your attitude. If they're doers, you're apt to be a success too.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Even if most of your efforts are spent doing things for others, when it comes time to divvy up the results, you'll share in what they gained.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you have to make a presentation, try to isolate the key players, because you'll do much better and be far more dynamic working on a close, personal basis.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't be reluctant to be of assistance to an associate if it's needed. You could be surprised by how much your actions help your situation as well.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Consideration and diplomacy won't dilute your strengths -- they will enhance them. Persons with whom you're involved will recognize and admire your clout.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Engaging in do-it-yourself household projects could turn out to be more fun than drudgework. Now's the time to fix everything that needs mending.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Occasionally, it can be therapeutic to break away from everyday routines and change the game plan. If possible, seek out involvements that are fun and relaxing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Substantial achievements are possible when you devote your energies to matters that could enhance your material well-being. Go for the gold.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Adhere to any strong notions that direct you to take action on a specific issue. Tackling a quantity of jobs is not necessarily better than doing quality work on one.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- In order to get what you're entitled to, it might be necessary for you to be assertive. Don't hesitate to be bold when circumstances require it.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Because you're likely to be a visionary with a purpose, your probabilities for success are excellent. When you are motivated in such a way, anything is possible.