It doesn't matter if someone isn't a brilliant talker, if they have the skills for the job, let them get on with it. Impressive figures will be produced at a conference to mark the anniversary of a venture which had a shaky start. You always knew it had the potential to succeed and the part you have played to bring this about will not have been minimal. An expert gives their opinion and you won't be disappointed with their views.

An agreement you were hoping to get doesn't come about; you might decide to make the most of what you've got and get on. You might never know the reasons and if you can't get someone to be honest with you forget it and move on. During the time you spend looking for answers, you might realise how someone has been manipulating circumstances to suit themselves. Draw up new long term plans that suit you rather than other people.

There is no trickery involved when someone produces a perfect piece of work. You're starting to recognise the potential of a friend or loved one's talents and how you might join forces in a productive way. Keeping occupied helps you keep your mind off a matter that has stirred deep emotions. It isn't the passage of time that will heal this wound but what you do with that time.

A day of protests against new procedures or technology stops you from getting on as intended. Original estimates aren't reliable and it may turn out costs are almost double previous expectations. Will a new project be worth that kind of financial outlay? If you're thinking about renting property, check through the inventory when you sign the agreement. A reunion is on the cards although it won't take place today.

Someone has something to show you; all they want to hear from you is 'let's take a look!' You probably have no idea what you are walking into but you enjoy a challenge and a surprise and this could be a mix of the two. You could see some good deals when shopping today and even if you weren't looking to buy anything, your wallet could feel considerably lighter by the end of it!

You might be lagging behind competitors but you have a big advantage in that you are more thorough in your work. Where you will catch up is when others who have been too hasty will need to retrace their steps and rectify mistakes. There is also a question of stamina. While some might give up very easily, you can endure a huge amount of hard work and sustained effort that makes it unlikely you'd ever turn away from a challenge.

A commitment is completed, lessons have been learned and there are a number of things you will do differently next time. When you look back on it all, too many problems overshadow the bits of this project that did go well. You are ready now to start on something new and you're excited about what all this implies. Put your best foot forward and let other people see what you are capable of.

Fall back on a tried and tested formula if or when you hit some snags and you will soon overcome these. Ignore those who are keen to experiment with new ideas as it is unlikely they will work. Other people may have time to waste but you don't! You like to feel everything happens for a reason but it's hard to work out a logical explanation for some things that are going on at the moment. Don't waste your mental energy trying to make sense of it all!

Thoughts about improving your home could distract your attention from work matters. The promise of an out of the ordinary treat could come along. You might soon be able to buy a luxury treat for your home or you could be arranging a family holiday. Loved ones who have been negative in the past respond so eagerly to your suggestions now you may wonder what you have started!

You need to find out a partner or loved one's plans before committing yourself to new arrangements. It may be more preferable for others to have an instant decision from you but that doesn't suit you. You aren't a one to follow the crowd and someone desperately needs your support. You will always defend your friends if you feel they have been wronged and you will be quick to let them know they can count on you.

Ignore all the perks of a buy you are about to make and ask whether the basic model is what you're really looking for. You're making some difficult choices today and the world around you isn't helping by offering too many alternatives. What you need to do is limit all the options so it doesn't get so confusing. Green eyes are shining in your neighbourhood because you receive something someone else wants but can't have.

A voluntary scheme you're involved in is struggling as donation receipts are falling. Fund raising ideas need to be considered. All is not gloom and doom but it isn't easy for any organisation to maintain their services when financial cuts must be made. A timely donation or a successful funding application could make the future of this enterprise look more secure.