It might seem like an inconvenience at the time but don't be reluctant to do someone of influence a favour. Helping them could help you climb the job ladder. If you're hoping to master a certain ability, practice will make perfect. If you don't put in the work, then you aren't as serious about this as you first thought.

Be willing to take a new approach to old ways of doing things. Versatility is the key to getting ahead. It does not come naturally to you to be unconventional and versatile but these are the qualities necessary to help you overcome those hurdles that are now before you.

If you've been thinking about starting on a new exercise regimen, make the effort now to turn such thoughts into action. Creating a new image will boost your personal prospects. When you look good you feel good and this can and will open new doors. Why not put your imaginative thoughts and creative style into your home, too?

Sometimes you can be too hard on yourself and this leaves you exhausted. Think about scaling back responsibility and giving yourself a break. It is time to unwind. If you continue with a punishing schedule you will lose interest in these aims. Some time off will allow you to return to your work feeling refreshed and ready for the next challenge.

Once you get something off your chest by discussing it with someone who matters you will feel an immense sense of relief. You might also find you have wasted a lot of time worrying about their possible reaction for their feedback will be nothing like you expected it to be. Instead of the rejection you were anticipating, support will be offered.

Whatever you and a partner plan to do, just make sure you do it together without anyone else intruding into your space. Are you single? An invitation to travel will be a one you won't want to ignore. You might want to travel when, where and as much as you possibly can as you have a strong feeling you are missing out by staying put.

You will be confronted with the dilemma of going ahead with plans already made or pulling out of these to take up an unexpected opportunity. You won't want to let your friends down but neither do you want to miss out in a rare and unusual offer. Your friends should understand.

Whether you are hoping to increase your earning power or expand a business venture, be quick to take advantage of obscure opportunities. By being open to considering all offers that come your way, even the strangest sounding ones, you will spot an opening you could otherwise have missed.

You can't do enough for those around you. Your personality shines and friends, family and neighbours will seek you out for your company. In group activities you will roll up your sleeves and do what must be done. Others are happy to follow your lead when you set a particularly inspiring example.

Removing certain tasks from your life forever can be achieved as easily as purchasing hi-tech equipment. Younger members of the family will frown upon your intention to spend your cash on second hand or old-fashioned appliances that aren't likely to last. If you want to alleviate a lot of labour choose the right tool for the job.

Work and money making activities will be more fun than you were expecting. Joining forces with others in a creative enterprise will keep you inspired. Rewards will quickly come your way as a result of a team effort. With you enjoying yourself so much, any profit you make will be the icing on the cake.

Stick to your own devices. Other people will try to interfere but their ideas aren't always the best ones. The more self-sufficient you are the better. In money matters you are about to discover that the one person you can really trust is yourself. Someone who promised to pay back a loan will be conspicuous by their absence.