Setting aside money for your family fills you with pride. You have the power to protect relatives from economic uncertainty. Of course, it will also be helpful to teach young relatives to become self sufficient. Demonstrating valuable skills like cooking, auto mechanics and home repair will be invaluable. If you lack knowledge and know how sign up everyone for a class. Learning together will strengthen the family unit. It will also give you a deeper appreciation for each other's individual talents.

Sharing specialised knowledge gives your confidence a much needed boost. Even if you're not a fast learner, you always find ways to put your skills to good use. Whether it's opening a business, tutoring others or writing instruction manuals, you are able to capitalise from your lessons. A teacher who is impressed by your intrepid methods may ask you to become their assistant. This will be a good job that pays well. Be sure to accept, as it might even involve overseas travel.

Making resources stretch as far as possible is strongly advised. When others see how frugal you are, they'll entrust you with their resources. With Christmas Day over and done with you should turn your mind to what lies ahead. This is a good day for taking time out to be alone with your thoughts and make some promises to yourself about what you hope to achieve and avoid over the coming twelve months. Make a list, it's all too easy to make resolutions and then forget all about them.

You're ready to go in a new creative direction. Fortunately, you will get lots of support from friends, family and colleagues. It's much easier to trust your instincts when everyone else has faith in them, too. If you need help from a financial institution, an influential loved one will put in a good word for you. A letter of recommendation from this bigwig will cut through any red tape that stands between you and victory. Be practical when planning for the future. Taking time off work won't be possible.

You prefer to make domestic arrangements in secret. It is so irritating to justify your decisions to a nosy relative. By doing everything beneath the radar, you'll accomplish your goals in record time. There will also be an opportunity to celebrate with the other members of your household. Do you live alone? Make an effort to entertain more often. You're a festive person who needs company to thrive. If you work from home, take steps to separate your living and working areas.

Social pursuits make you forget your troubles. Lately, you've been dwelling on money matters. Fretting over finances could keep you from finding new moneymaking opportunities. Take some time away from your daily routine to meet with friends. You may hear of a fantastic job while having lunch with a loved one. Just connecting with someone who enjoys your company will put problems in perspective. There is more to life than being able to accumulate a lot of luxuries.

Hard work and dedication is paying off. You're in demand and it's nice to hear the phone ring so frequently. With so many people requesting your services, you will have your choice of clients. Pick the ones who respect and treat you well. Demanding customers who don't appreciate your time and talent can fall by the wayside. You won't miss their business. If you want a home loan, this would be a good time to apply. Building a good rapport with a bank officer is half the battle.

An interest in philosophy, religion or the law could prompt you to take a course. Studying with a demanding teacher will lift your spirits. You're an intense person who needs a focal point to feel grounded. When you're not being challenged in your professional life, you become bored and restless. Fortunately, you're destined to meet some very intelligent students at school. Meeting after hours and discussing the meaning of life will be a refreshing change from the daily grind.

As a general rule, you have a light hearted approach to life. Recently, you have encountered a problem that must be taken seriously. When others see you are treating this issue with grave concern, they will sit up and take notice. It's very important to give a colleague or relative the support they need at this trying time. If someone is being harassed or bullied, report the matter to the powers that be. Monitor the situation carefully. Make it clear you have a zero tolerance for such behaviour.

Working with a partner adds an element of fun to what you are doing. Responsibilities that are normally time consuming will be dispatched in a matter of minutes. It just goes to show two heads are better than one. Of course, you bring a lot to the table. Your organised methods and critical thinking circumvent potential problems. Your partner, on the other hand, finds it easy to multitask and pick up the pace. It's a great combination that will bring the both of you lots of success.

A methodical approach pays off handsomely. Go slowly and carefully over your work, even if others seem pressed for time. If you nip small problems in the bud as soon as they happen, you will render a flawless performance. Remember that people are watching your progress from behind the scenes. If they're impressed with what they see, you could be given a raise, promotion or both. Practice grace under fire. Refusing to kowtow to unreasonable demands will win you respect.

Think big, especially when making career plans. If you're going to take a menial job, choose one related to your desired field. This will allow you to learn every aspect of the industry from the ground up. You're extremely flexible and will get a chance to fill in for absent colleagues at every level of the organisation. When the time is right you'll be able to land a salaried position in the best department. Keep your eyes on the prize; it's just around the corner.