HOROSCOPE

CAPRICORN Dec 22-Jan 19 You will find that when you make decisions based on your own discoveries, you’ll do better. Remember that the more power you have, the more responsibility you must bear. AQUARIUS Jan 20-Feb 18 Casual acquaintances might not be dependable sources of information. Stick to the people you know and can trust. Be careful not to trespass on someone’s territory or poach their original ideas. PISCES Feb 19-March 20 You might do your best work when you can escape from the fast lane and be left undisturbed. Make sure a partner or friend who might casually interrupt knows if you need your space. ARIES March 21-April 19 You can outwit a competitor, or make presentations that appeal to co-workers and those in charge. However, you may want to temper the speed at which you change your plans to maintain overall harmony. TAURUS April 20-May 20 You can be adept at handling large sums of money but may tend to give precious little thought to spending smaller amounts. You might get better deals if you exercise a little discipline and shop around. GEMINI May 21-June 20 Keep confidences confidential. Now is the time to exercise caution when dealing with others. Use your most diplomatic manners to sidestep disputes and overcome criticisms. CANCER June 21-July 22 Your dreams of success can become a reality if you focus on working side-byside with like-minded individuals. You and a partner may share a vision of how you want things to be. LEO July 23-Aug 22 Share ideas with an intelligent partner and much more can be accomplished. It’s a good idea to complete your projects today, even if you need stay a little late rather than taking work home for the weekend. VIRGO Aug 23-Sept 22 Friendly competition may test the power of your concepts. You can successfully engage in debates focusing on common ground, having positive, creative discussions about the advantages and disadvantages of various ideas. LIBRA Sept 23-Oct 22 You can enjoy casual banter and have some social life without needing to change your schedule. Enjoy the ease of being part of the group rather than the centre of attention. SCORPIO Oct 23-Nov 21 You can persuade people, especially those in your workplace environment, to make optimal choices by adopting a calm and levelheaded approach. Apply this same strategy to your spending. SAGITTARIUS Nov 22-Dec 21 If your job involves sales, you know that people will pay a premium for whatever captures their imagination or saves them time. Whatever you do, you can use your charm to seal the deal.

If today is your birthday:

Focus on doing things that make you happy and healthy as the next four weeks unfold. You have plenty of energy and enthusiasm, so you can begin an exercise program and get into shape or devote more time to a personal hobby. You could easily spend too much time in November and December trying to make money with business ideas that don’t quite suit your situation. Now is a better time to simply consider possibilities and jot down notes rather than enact a plan. Early December is an excellent time to take a vacation, spend time with a romantic partner or attend inspiring lectures that can trigger imaginative ideas for your future. Put your financial plans into practice in February, since your insight will be at a peak. Your reputation takes an upward spiral in March, making this an excellent time to look for a new position or meet people who will help you get ahead.