Daily Horoscope: Aries

Don't be shy about throwing your hat in the ring. Why pretend that you couldn't beat the competition when you know you can?

Be wary of backstairs gossip today. Not every secret reveals a hidden truth. Sometimes they're outtakes better left on the cutting room floor.

You don't see a personal shortcoming as a detriment. If anything, it signifies your unique take on things. Insist that you be accepted warts and all.

Your nerves are fried and you're apt to jump at the sound of most anything. Hang tough because you'll feel better by Saturday.

Steer clear of a sensitive topic. You're looking for closure on a matter best left open-ended for now. The solution will emerge on its own.

You weren't sure if you'd be taken seriously, but today you get hearty encouragement from someone you're looking to impress.

There's more to a chance meeting or introduction than appears. A single drop of interest goes on to have a far-reaching ripple effect.

When you've been doing what you've been doing for as long as you have then you can miss out on new developments. It's time to refresh the mental browser.

Nobody can do anything right today - including you. Start the weekend early and pick up where you left off on Monday.

Things are moving along nicely at work - perhaps too nicely. But before getting suspicious, remember that it's been a while since work has been this organized.