A man looks likely to play a bigger role in your life. Your ambitions and hopes for the future are affected by this. Whether willing or reluctant, you must, for the time being, allow him to call the tune. This goes against your natural desire to lead. A calm and logical approach will help you get what you want much faster and more easily. There are subtle ways in which you can start taking control.

Creative ideas and ambitious plans fill your mind making you forgetful or neglectful. You are motivated by thoughts you feel are inspired but other people aren't so enthusiastic. Whether work related or linked with family concerns, persuading others to fall in with your schemes could be difficult. Downplay your enthusiasm when selling ideas. Give people time to get used to your suggestions.

Action must be taken; complacency is not an option. You may run into difficulty obtaining the help, support or advice needed from someone in authority. Keep pestering them until you get their attention. It might seem as if someone is undermining your chances of getting ahead but don't let them get away with it. Rather than sitting back and doing nothing as they're expecting, take things into your own hands.

There are lessons to be learned from today's experiences. Someone wants you to join forces in what they feel will be a smart financial or business move. You know they're making a huge mistake. If you value this relationship, you need to be tactful about your response. Let others know that wishful thinking should never be allowed to get in the way of sound planning.

You have the energy, willpower, initiative and resources to actualise any plan you choose. If this involves your family or a collaborative effort, you will take what you need from those who are willing to give. You will make certain too, that others are considered as well. Joint endeavours will be lucrative but friendly relations could disintegrate when an influential member of your team starts behaving suspiciously.

All change involves a degree of risk; sudden endings may affect your personal life and close relationships. Friends who always look on the bright side will know how to boost your confidence. A risk is taken without the usual apprehension you feel. Areas where you can help and be of service to others bring most satisfaction. Rest assured, in giving of yourself so generously, your own needs will always be met.

You're tempted to indulge in minor speculation and go out on a short, sturdy financial limb. Like a flash, your mood of hope could change as it is replaced by uncertainty, a sudden lack of confidence or guilt. You need to pull yourself together and consider all options. Only then can you decide whether or not a particular risk is worth taking. Listen to the voice of reason and you should avoid trouble!

An encouraging trend begins if you're looking for a new job or are out of work and trying to find employment. You want to take advantage of the best prospects but don't act too quickly. Something you've not yet considered could take the shine off what seems like a not to be missed opportunity. Someone is playing their cards close to their chest. You too should be more circumspect.

Ties of friendship are about to end; new ones will soon come along to take their place. Resigning from a group commitment, committee or club membership will free up more space in your life to pursue your own goals. It's not as if you will be left feeling lonely for long. You can form relationships quickly with just about anyone. Opt for activities that keep your mind active.

Expansiveness is the mood of the day but irritating problems could get in the way. Whenever you think you're about to make headway someone or something prevents you from making progress. Other people prefer to relax and aren't in a hurry to get a move on. You see no sense resting on laurels when there is work to be done. You could become upset with a friend or loved one who fails to deliver a promise.

Your credibility gets a boost making it easier for you to put over plans and ideas in every direction. Your social life, career affairs and family relationships all benefit from this helpful trend. A partner understands your need for more independence offering you the chance to explore new vistas of opportunity. If you're single, a new relationship will prove to have a strong influence in your life in the future.

The very nature of an ultimatum given requires a significant response. Resist the urge to look for hidden meanings or to imagine others aren't telling you all the facts. If queries are met with apparently vague answers, other people could still be telling you all they know. Trust those you are dealing with today. Time will eventually prove no-one was trying to mislead or confuse you.