CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Matt Damon, Sigourney Weaver, Chevy Chase, Nick Cannon.

Happy Birthday: You have to put your best effort into getting ahead this year, not into pleasing others or trying to impress them by being overly generous. Look at the big picture and, if you aren’t the one at the front of the crowd, you had better make a few changes.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Prepare to have fun. Make your plans early. By taking control of the situation, you will impress your friends as well as a love interest.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You will have a hard time agreeing with someone. Don’t let your stubbornness lead to a situation that can’t be rectified. Work on a project that will keep you out of harm’s way.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Friends will sympathize with you today, but someone you are close to may not. Talking to experts or people you trust will lead to answers.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Focus on whatever you can do to change your direction or get ahead. Don’t let your emotions get in the way.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be feeling a little amorous and dramatic today, but that can work to your advantage. Entertain someone you really like and you will make a lasting impression.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Money and business affairs will fall into place. Keep your plans to yourself and move swiftly to make things happen. Don’t lose sight of your basic goals.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): If you want to help an organization that you feel akin to, put yourself on the line and do your best to make a difference. You will impress someone important and attract support.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Think twice before you make a move that could damage your reputation. Someone watching you will be critical and could cause problems.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Travel, adventure and excitement will be the order of the day. Partnerships will develop with someone with whom you are in sync.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Your generosity may get you into financial trouble. You can be giving without letting it cost you. Avoid an organization looking for a donation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Lots will be up in the air. You will have to keep your secrets to yourself in order to avoid a dispute. Make love, not war, or you will find yourself involved in a dangerous situation.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can accomplish a lot if you are work-oriented and willing to put your talents on the line today. Someone will recognize what you have to offer and encourage you to continue.

Birthday Baby: You are clever, charismatic and never short of words. You are an opportunist and will instinctively know how to get what you want.