To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

— Today is a 6  — Test a new theory. Fill the orders and rake in the money. Don’t believe everything you’ve learned, and watch where you’re going. Start your shopping list. Call if you’re going to be late. Maintain objectivity.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a 7 — You’re hot today and tomorrow. Take care not to provoke jealousies. Reject a far-fetched scheme in favor of a practical solution. Tempers could flare. The answer, for now, is negative. Postpone expansion. Soothe ruffled feathers.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is a 5 — Review your data. You’ll be glad you did. Be sensitive to a loved one’s wishes. Family comes first. Curtail spending on entertainment. Enter a two-day contemplative phase. Assess your efforts, and monitor spending closely. Provide motivation.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a 5 — Ask a female for her opinion. It’s getting fun, today and tomorrow. Guard against impulsive behavior. Rushed preparations could backfire. Rest for the busy action ahead. Increase organization. Invite friends over rather than going out.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

– Today is a 5 – Expect new directives over the next few days, leading to a rise in status. Promises alone won’t cut it. Check for financial leaks. Move slowly. Encourage the girls to participate. Have the facts. Play passionately.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a 5 — Check for a change in plans. There’s no need for haste. Travel compels but could be complex today and tomorrow. New problems develop. Develop a backup plan, and confirm reservations. Apply what you’ve learned.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a 5 — Play fair or the victory is worthless. Get ready for more publicity. The next few days are good for financial planning with shared resources. Avoid reckless spending. Take strategic, rather than impulsive, actions to save time and energy.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a 6 — Develop strong partners today and tomorrow. Compromise is required, or sparks may fly. Consider the consequences of words and actions. Avoid waste and expensive errors. Check out insider information. Don’t go shopping yet. Figure out strategy.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is a 5 — Don’t rush the job. Stick rigorously to instructions. Work interferes with socializing; yet resist temptation to cut corners. Fulfill promises you’ve made today and tomorrow. Think twice before you borrow. You’re learning how to do without.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is a 5 — Unfulfilled expectations could provoke an unpleasant situation. Physical changes are required, and delays could interfere with travel. Delegate what you can. Enjoy the game, without taking expensive risks. Walk with gentle steps, watching the path ahead.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is a 5 — Delight in the comforts of home today and tomorrow. Clean and reorganize for practical functionality and beauty. Avoid travel and expense, or stepping on someone’s toes. Shrewd business people do well now. Follow a leader you respect.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20

— Today is a 6 — Guard against technical glitches, as work action heats up today and tomorrow. Study the angles, map out the path and take notes. Don’t tell everybody your plans. Schedule some private time. Love works wonders. Your heart sings.