Keep marching to the beat of your own drum. In the past, your rebellious behaviour got you into trouble. That won't happen now, when the powers that be are desperate for change. Your ability to think outside the box is prized. Developing an innovative solution to a stubborn problem will make you the most valued member of the team. Don't be surprised if you're given a raise, promotion or both. Starting your own business is possible, if you find a financial backer.

Working behind the scenes will be surprisingly rewarding. It's a relief to escape the gimlet gaze of a micromanager. Once you're left to your own devices, you'll soon add some creative touches to a boring project. A client who is impressed by these innovations will sing your praises to your employer. At that point, you'll be given carte blanche with future projects. Colleagues may be jealous of all this added power, but you will have rightfully earned it.

Getting involved with a charitable cause will be uplifting. You enjoy using your energy to make the world a better place. Cynics will claim you are wasting your time, but that's only because they feel guilty about their own apathy. You usually try to fix problems. Standing around and complaining is a waste of valuable time and energy. Consequently, you are much more accomplished than most of your peers. Remember this whenever somebody mocks your 'Can Do' spirit.

You will achieve career success in an unusual way. Instead of following someone else's lead, forge your own path. Whether this means stocking unusual products, offering cutting edge services or doing business with unconventional people is immaterial. The important thing is to stand out from the competition. If you're out of work, upgrade your technical skills. Knowing how to operate the latest equipment and software programs will make you a hot commodity.

Someone will offer to teach you some unusual skills. Seize this opportunity before a rival snatches it away. This training will dramatically improve your financial prospects. It will be easier to negotiate your way into a well paid position when you have specialised knowledge. If you're looking for a job, pursue one that involves lots of overseas travel. You've always enjoyed the royal treatment. Hotel life can offer the kinds of pleasures you seek.

Sudden financial gain from an unexpected source will arrive. Don't question your luck; just take the money and run. You should use this windfall to move into a more rewarding line of work. A job involving air travel, broadcasting or research could be especially rewarding. You fare best in a professional environment that offers lots of intellectual stimulation. You're tired of being punished for questioning the wisdom of ill conceived rules and procedures.

Being forced to work with an offbeat person will be a blessing in disguise. You've always been overly concerned with public opinion. The sooner you dispense with your desire to please, the more successful you will become. Pattern your behaviour after your partner, who is more interested in getting results than winning approval. If you're on your own, you could strike up a friendship with someone you meet at an art course, book club or sports event.

You work well when left to your own devices. If a proposed solution does not work, you'll develop a method that does work. The prospect of colouring outside the lines has never scared you. Some colleagues will raise their eyebrows at your unconventional approach. Don't bother winning their approval. When push comes to shove, you'll be the one who makes the most progress. At that point, your rivals will have to race to catch up with you. Keep obeying your instincts.

A desire for romance will prompt you to do something out of the ordinary. Taking a chance on love may pay off beautifully. Even if the object of your desire turns you down, you'll at least have the satisfaction of expressing your feelings. There's a good chance your overtures will be well received. It's hard not to admire someone who wears their heart on their sleeve. If you already have a partner, plan a surprise that is tailored to their tastes.

Your home life is undergoing some unexpected changes. Be willing to experiment with unconventional arrangements. Fitting in with the crowd is overrated. It's more important to create a lifestyle that is a reflection of your hopes, dreams and values. If that means forgoing status symbols and living more simply, so be it. You may discover a deep appreciation for silence, minimal technology and family togetherness. Modern ways aren't necessarily the best ones.

A stimulating conversation with a neighbour will change your outlook. It's always exciting when you realise there are more options than you previously thought. The chance to work with people from different backgrounds will be enlightening. Don't be surprised when you start valuing things you once overlooked. Putting up with toxic relationships will become a thing of the past. You'll start demanding authenticity in every area of life, especially the personal realm.

There's no reason you should accept conventional wisdom. Developing new ideas about how to do business will be profitable. Create a model that addresses the needs of underserved people. Stuffy types will scoff at this notion until they see how much money you earn. You've always had great instinct about developing trends. By obeying these impulses, you could make a small fortune. A job with unorthodox or even unsociable hours will boost your income.