Befriending a person because they are well connected is a mistake. You've been blessed with considerable talent and don't need social contacts to reach your goals. It's frustrating to see others get dream jobs and promotions because they know the right people. Fortunately, you don't need to resort to such tactics. You can get a great job or appointment on the strength of your experience. Talk to someone who has lots of experience hiring staff for advice on improving your CV.

Don't use your influence to impress a romantic interest. You'll just come off looking like a bully or blowhard. The best way to capture someone's heart is through a show of modesty. Underplay your talent and adopt a modest, self effacing attitude. Eventually, the object of your affection will hear how gifted you really are and will admire you even more for being humble. Are you in a relationship? Scale back work for the sake of spending more time with your amour.

Resist the urge to bend the rules. If you go against orders, you'll have to pay the price. The last thing you need is to lose your job because you did a friend or relative a small favour. Protect your position and do things by the book. Some precautious seem stupid, but they're actually put in place to protect you and your employer. By flouting authority, you're putting people in danger. Temper your desire for freedom with consideration for others.

Don't rush the courtship phase of a relationship. Take the time to get to know a romantic interest outside of the bedroom. If the two of you form a solid friendship, you can become physically intimate. If not, you're better off remaining single. You're not the type who enjoys casual alliances. A tender hearted person like you needs a serious commitment to be happy. Do you have a partner? Be more attentive to their sexual desires. A heart to heart talk will be revelatory.

Beware of taking your lover for granted. Lately, you've been the centre of attention, which has been gratifying. If you keep on hogging the limelight your other half will feel neglected. Pretty soon, they'll look elsewhere for affection. Take this opportunity to spend quality time together. Prepare a homemade meal and sit down for a proper dinner. Invite your partner to discuss their hopes, dreams and fears. This will repair some of the damage that has occurred. Everyone needs to feel appreciated.

Overindulging in food and drink will slow your progress. You have to fuel your body with lean protein, fresh produce and whole grains. Skip dessert and cocktails. You have to be alert to handle probing questions. There are also a number of errands that need to be run. If you put off sensual indulgences, you'll finish work early and can relax at the end of the day. Go home, turn off your mobile and luxuriate in a hot bath. A little solitude will recharge your spiritual batteries.

You've had a great time, but your days of leisure are coming to an end. There is much work to be done. The sooner you roll up your sleeves and attend it, the happier you will be. Remaining idle will cause bills to pile up. Do whatever you can to start the flow of income again. If you're looking for work, you'll have a hard time finding the sort of job you enjoy. Go ahead and accept a position that's boring but dependable.

Family has protected you from some unpleasant truths. Now it's time to face reality. Living on your own, paying your bills, or subjecting yourself to criticism is never easy. As always, it's important to push the envelope. If you don't, you'll never have the full experience of being an independent person. A relative will discourage you from pursuing your dreams, claiming you will fall on your face. Ignore these warnings and have faith in yourself. The important things in life require an element of risk.

In the past, you were always truthful to a fault. Now you're tempted to heap someone with false praise to appease their anxieties. This will be a mistake. If a friend can improve their performance, offer them constructive criticism. Give gentle encouragement for their courage, but don't tell them they've done a great job when their work is merely fair. Pattern your behaviour after a tactful Libra you've always admired. Their standards are high, but they never give offence when offering their opinion.

A desire for money could stop you enjoying other riches you currently enjoy. Pause to spend time with friends and family. Their love and support are more precious than gold. Lately, you've avoided certain people because they have so much more material wealth than you. Try to overcome your jealousy. There are bound to be inequities in every relationship. Just because someone has more resources than you doesn't mean you can't appreciate one another. Open your heart just a little.

Don't get too caught up in your own needs or a loved one will suffer. Your best friend or romantic partner is undergoing a difficult time. Career setbacks are weighing on their mind. Although you are dealing with equally important problems, it's important to express concern over their plight. Take some time out of your busy schedule to condole with your friend. Continued indifference will drive a wedge between you. Order a pizza for dinner and lend a sympathetic ear.

Getting involved in a secret romance will be more trouble than it's worth. If a relationship is going to last, it should withstand the light of public scrutiny. It's possible you're not participating in such an affair, but a friend is. Covering for their deceit will complicate your life. You shouldn't mislead anyone attempting to conceal your friend's true activities. You don't want to get implicated in this sordid story. A respected expert will lose their respect for you when the truth is revealed.