Don't be hesitant about elevating your ambitions in the year ahead, especially where your career goals are concerned. You're in a far better achievement cycle at this point in time than you may realize. Make the most of it.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You could achieve some ample material gains, especially in an arrangement where you are doing business with someone who is of the opposite gender.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- You'd be better off managing a critical matter yourself rather than giving the assignment to someone who has never done the job before. At least you'll know what you're doing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- It could give you a wonderful feeling to do something for a loved one without thought of sacrifice. Follow the dictates of your compassion.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Don't be reluctant to express your gratitude to someone who has been kind to you just because you think it may show weakness on your part. On the contrary, it shows appreciation and strength of character.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Some kind of friendly competition will prove to be an enjoyable experience for you. You'll have so much fun that whether you win or lose, you'll do it with grace.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Don't get upset if your ears start ringing, because any talk about you is likely to be quite complimentary, and you'll hear about it later.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- If you feel there is a chance you might not have shown the proper consideration to a loved one lately, you should find a way to make amends. Hugs and kisses generally work well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- When your mate needs a bit of cheering up, it behooves you to show a little extra consideration and appreciation for who he or she is. That can generally put the relationship back on course.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- You're entering a cycle in which situations that affect your work or earnings are likely to start showing some improvement. If it hasn't happened yet, it should be occurring soon.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- If you're an unattached Sagittarian who has been hoping to find someone special, get out and circulate, with an eye to where the nice people generally hang out.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- You have a special gift for being able to conclude matters successfully, in ways where no one is likely to feel shortchanged. Do so when a situation calls for it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Go out of your way to compliment someone who is deserving of it. Your comments could prove to be more important to that person than you may realize.

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