You end the year on an assertive note. Saying what you mean and meaning what you say will make things move forward at lightning speed. You're especially intent on improving relationships with close relatives and neighbours. Having their support will save you a lot of time, effort, and money. In the past, you tried to do everything yourself. Now you realise it's senseless to assume the weight of the world when you don't have to.

Taking control of your financial resources will be your primary motivation between now and early March. This may mean you have to break away from a restrictive relationship preventing you from finding work. Freelance writing opportunities could be very lucrative. So could teaching or lecturing stints. You may have to spend money to make money. Buying a better computer or mobile phone will help keep you in touch with clients. Staying connected is the secret to your ultimate success.

You've always been energetic, but you'll be especially so over the next two months. This is a great time to get yourself in shape. Aerobic exercise will help you build muscle, drop weight, or both. If you've had a hard time getting certain projects pushed through in 2007, it will be a different story in the coming year. It will be easier to break down stubborn doors and gain access to influential people. Passionate presentations will win people over to your side.

If you're going to make progress during the next two months, it's a great idea to enlist the aid of a large bureaucracy. Having the weight of a hospital, university, or government agency behind you will be very helpful. If you need to undergo a serious surgical procedure, this would be a good period to do so. You'll get good medical attention and should heal fairly quickly. Working behind the scenes will help you make impressive progress. Avoid the spotlight if possible.

An aggressive male friend will be instrumental in helping you achieve business success. You're a very warm, loving person, but this can sometimes work against you in the professional arena. Too often, competitors assume you're a pushover. You've got to establish you can play hardball when the situation demands it. Sometimes you have to be aggressive to get what you want. Refuse to take 'no' for an answer between now and March.

A desire for fame and status could draw you out of your shell from now until early March. There's never been a better time to work towards a promotion or prominent position. Gaining power could even be in the cards for you. The secret to your success is your no nonsense attitude. People are impressed by your refusal to sugar coat answers to difficult questions. If you think a project is destined to fail, you will say so.

Getting an advanced education will make a dramatic difference over the next two months. If you've ever wanted to go to university, send out a slew of applications. Don't limit your options to one or two institutions. If you play your cards right, you could even land a scholarship. Alternatively, you may decide to head overseas. Teaching English as a second language can allow you to travel extensively, giving you valuable perspective. You have more options than you realise.

Your sex drive will be at an all time high between now and early March. This is a great time to get in touch with your physical desires. If you're in a relationship, play out some fantasies with your beloved. If you are single, develop your allure. You look stunning in dark colours, slouchy hats, and filmy fabrics. Perfecting the art of suggestive flirting can also work in your favour. Get talking when you see someone who takes your fancy.

Collaborating with a partner is strongly advised over the next two months. You prefer taking a laid back approach to business, but others are more direct. Together you form an effective duo. If the two of you are single, you could develop romantic feelings for one another. Consider whether it's a smart idea to mix business with pleasure at this juncture. It may be better to keep things platonic, at least until the second week of March.

You've always been a hard, energetic worker, and that will be especially true over the next eight weeks. Learning how to use a piece of heavy machinery will cut your work time in half. Don't be intimidated if you haven't ever used this kind of equipment before. You'll get the hang of it in no time flat. Besides, adding this skill to your repertoire will make you more desirable to your employer. These days, it doesn't pay to be a one trick pony.

You'll be playing the aggressor with regard to romance for the next two months. If somebody catches your fancy, you'll probably have to make the first, second, and third moves. Of course, it's important to respect this person's wishes. If he or she asks for some space, be gracious and grant it. Applying gentle pressure when it is needed will probably work in your favour, though. If you have a child, be sure he or she is fulfilling their school assignments.

If you've been contemplating a home improvement project, launch it between now and early March. Normally, these jobs can drag out interminably. That won't be the case over the next eight weeks. Contractors will finish in record time, saving you lots of money. Even if you do this job yourself, you'll be able to find the time and materials necessary to pull it off properly. If you're short of cash, you could negotiate a trade that will allow you to keep costs low.