New people will be entering your life in the year ahead and could become extremely important in some of your affairs. One or more of them might have a positive influence in furthering your ambitions.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- When trying to promote something important, use a soft sell rather than a hard pitch. Your audience will be able to better visualize what you say when you paint some verbal pictures.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Because you're equally as intuitive as you are logical, your business instincts could be better than usual. With this combination working on your behalf, it should spell big profit.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You won't have to do anything out of the ordinary to attract attention. You won't go unnoticed, regardless of the size of the crowd or type of people in attendance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Should you get involved in something of a confidential nature, make sure that you don't mention your plans to people who are not key players. There's no reason to involve outsiders.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Sometimes, people come to us for advice but don't really listen to anything we have to say. This won't be true in your case -- your reputation will command respect and deference.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Many of your best ideas will involve ways to further your ambitions and add to your resources. This might encourage you to aim for many different kinds of targets.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You're likely to make an indelible impression on others, not because of any heroic deed, but because of all the little acts of thoughtfulness you display.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Although you might not be invited to participate in a friend's undertaking, you can create your own venture and perhaps have even more fun. Do your own thing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Do what you want to do in concert with others, rather than going it alone. Not only will things be easier to pull of, you'll also have a lot more laughs and joy being with others.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- When your artistic and creative attributes start vying for attention, find some time to respond to them. Chances are you'll produce something of beauty that'll last a lifetime.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- You'll feel more satisfied if you select activities that require both mental and physical agility. Better yet, engage in games that stimulate competition.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Owing to the good auspices of others, your possibilities for gain look exceptionally promising. You'll do especially well getting involved with persons who have generous natures.

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