Indifference to colleagues will give you a bad reputation. You might be the smartest and most capable person in the organisation, but these qualities will only take you so far. If you're going to advance your agenda, you must make friends. Get out of the habit of denigrating others, even when you think their ideas are simplistic or naive. By treating everyone with respect, you'll get the same. You'll also gain a newfound admiration for other people's gifts that escaped your attention before.

Someone you trust is trying to harm your reputation. This comes as a shock, because you've spent a lot of quality time together. The sooner you face the truth of the situation, the better. You don't have to issue a lot of bitter accusations. Simply quietly detach from the relationship and stop making personal confidences. It might also help to keep your financial information under lock and key. Your nemesis will soon get the message and slink quietly away.

Being a member of a group has become too expensive. You're tired of having to pay heavy dues for the privilege of associating with these people. If you're dealing with friends who have expensive tastes, tell them you can't attend their lavish outings. If they really care about you, they'll adjust the offerings accordingly. If not, you'll be free to explore greener pastures. You work hard for your money. You shouldn't have to throw it away on activities you don't really enjoy.

You've been moving up the ladder of success quite rapidly. This makes your business or romantic partner nervous. They're worried you will grow dissatisfied with your union and leave for greener pastures. Take this opportunity to reassure them of your loyalty. If you have outgrown this partnership, be honest. It's not fair to string them along. Be prepared to compensate them for their help. Much of your success can be attributed to their emotional, financial and moral support.

You lack the experience to do a good job in a new role. If you're going to overcome this challenge, you must make some powerful alliances. Reach out to a seasoned expert who seems a little old-fashioned. Although their methods are antiquated, they have stood the test of time. By asking this professional to serve as your mentor, you'll make huge advances. It's simply a matter of leaving your ego at the door and giving respect where it is due.

Resist the temptation to buy someone's love. Expensive gifts won't win a person's trust and admiration. It might even earn their disdain. If you want a close relationship, you'll have to develop it gradually. Enjoy outings together, learn what makes each other tick and be respectful of their boundaries. Within a few weeks, you'll discover whether you are well suited to one another. Don't let a desire for intimacy cause you to make a hasty choice, or you'll be filled with regret.

Following the rules makes you anxious and irritated. You're convinced that some people don't know what they're doing. Carrying out their orders will put everyone in a bad position. Your concerns have fallen on deaf ears, forcing you to choose between quitting before things get really and bad moving towards certain failure. Start looking around for a new position. A relative will recommend you for a terrific job at a well-established company. This employer might even let you work from home.

If you want to occupy a place of influence, you must expand your knowledge. Don't hesitate to take a primer course in a subject that has always challenged you. Having a patient teacher will make the difference between success and failure. When you're confused, raise your hand and ask for a more detailed explanation. By devoting the time and work necessary to your studies, your instructor will do whatever they can to help you achieve mastery. You're capable of intense focus; put it to work.

You'll soon have to make some financial sacrifices to cover a big expense. It's possible you'll have to replace an important appliance, machine or vehicle. This will put quite a dent in your budget, so it's best to save as much as you can. If your friends invite you to an expensive outing, be ready to turn them down. You don't have to go into any detailed explanations. Put your energy towards conserving your resources, not squandering them. This includes your emotional reserves.

It's difficult to serve the needs of the public when you're in your own little world. Take this opportunity to branch out. If you're trying to court a certain group's business, find out where they shop, eat and socialise. Spend time with these people and find out what is important to them. Not only will you gain valuable information, you'll also make some new friends. You have a lot more in common than you realise; you just express your taste differently.

You have tremendous natural intelligence, but lack formal training. Take this opportunity to get a degree or certificate. Studying with a demanding teaching will be challenging but worthwhile. Be willing to set your assumptions aside to learn some sophisticated techniques. At first, these methods will be counterintuitive. Take deep breaths and persevere. Eventually, you'll get the knack of this way of working. Landing a job at a prestigious company will be easy when you have the right credentials and abilities.

It's important to get paid for your expertise. Stop underselling your services. If you raise your prices, people who appreciate your gifts will remain loyal. Those who are looking for bargain basement work will go elsewhere. Either way, you'll fare better. Are you interviewing for a job? Ask for more than the stated salary. Your show of confidence will make a good impression. Are you overdue for a raise? It's time to have an honest conversation with your employer.