ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Resist temptations to team up with someone without knowing what that person's plans or intentions might be. You may not like his or her ideas, or else lack the money to partake in them.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone who is sincerely interested in your welfare might have some sage advice. Before settling on a plan or making a major decision, hear him or her out.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- If you let another do a job for you that you can easily handle yourself, you could regret it. Be more self-reliant.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Even if material conditions are improving, it should not give you license to be wasteful or extravagant. You may later need all the money you could blow today.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There's a good chance you might be a shade too opinionated for your own good. Although you might feel that you're making an impression, it's the wrong way to do it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If you're not careful, you could easily let the cat out of the bag regarding an important secret. Be extra mindful of not only what you say, but to whom.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Don't allow an extravagant whim to gain control of your wallet, which could easily happen if you're palling around with a big spender whom you're trying to impress.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Usually, you have an appreciation for the virtues, abilities and desires of your friends. Today, however, you might feel that your way of doing things is the only way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- In your haste to promote something that you care about, there's a strong possibility you could leave out pertinent information. Slow down a bit.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Keep in mind that old adage: "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush." It could prove to be quite useful when negotiating an important financial matter.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- People who are in a position to help you might not do so if they think they are being manipulated. To be effective, you must be totally sincere.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Beware of becoming so unduly enamored with your own thinking that it blinds you to much better suggestions being offered by experienced people.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Even though you might think of it as an inconvenience, doing a favor for another will make you feel good about yourself. Offer to help without being asked.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- You might want to think twice about asking a social contact for help, especially if that person's career could overlap with yours.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Someone with whom you have strong emotional ties might bring you luck involving a material arrangement. The two of you have been fortunate for each other before.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You should be successful with an endeavor that you personally direct. However, if there's something important that needs to be taken care of in the arrangement, you should do it yourself.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't be too proud to accept payback for a past favor. The other party feels obligated to reciprocate, and his or her feelings will be hurt if you decline.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Focus on what you can give instead of on what you can get, and things will come easy for you. It's funny how we always seem to receive payment when it's not a priority.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Even if you are the real force in an important score, let a companion who had only a small hand in the effort share the limelight. You'll be repaid down the line.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Spending time with friends will be exceptionally enjoyable for you, especially if the activities call for a little bit of competition. However, be sure to treat it lightly.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- To achieve a specific objective, you'll need to employ bold measures. Now is not the time for half-measures.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- If you and your special someone are in complete accord regarding an important decision, things will work out splendidly. Agreement is essential.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Try to take on tasks that would make you feel productive. If you lack purpose and/or direction, your day will be quite unfulfilling.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Attempt to schedule your day so that you will be able to participate in an enjoyable pastime. If you have to set work aside, do so -- you'll find that it will make you more efficient later.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Any flashes of inspiration should not be treated lightly, especially if they concern your home or family. Follow up on your hunches and see where they lead.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Your mental faculties are extremely acute, giving you the power to solve all kinds of problems. Put this force to work on something that's really important.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Accurately sizing up work- related situations shouldn't be too difficult. Chances are you'll arrive at your conclusions intuitively, and logic will back you up.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Oddly, the more you have to do, the better you're likely to function. Whether you're stuck in the office or out running around, you'll be getting things done.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- The best ideas you're apt to get today are likely to involve ways to save money. Be sure to apply them, either for your own account or someone else's.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Spending time with people not in your usual crowd will give you a fresh approach on things. Additionally, conversing with these people will invigorate your thinking.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Seek out some quiet place where you'll be able to sort out your thoughts. You need to carefully plan a campaign to further your ambitions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- One of your best attributes is the ability to recognize the worth of others' ideas, and to use them in ways that could feather your own nest.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- An important idea can be achieved if you slightly alter or modify your present course of action. One tactic might be circumventing an obstacle instead of attempting to destroy it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You're likely to get an opportunity to win over a new ally by frankly discussing a matter of mutual importance. Point out how each of you might benefit by working together.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Take some time to figure out new methods that could improve your standing at work. Your concepts could turn out to be quite ingenious.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- This could be one of those interesting days when unexpected developments prove to be the most fun. Play it loose, so that you'll be able to take advantage of any shifting conditions.