THIS MONTH » October 

If there's something to sell, you are the one to make the sale this month. Although you're a bit more sensitive than your colleagues, don't let a rude comment deter you from your main objective. Starting new projects keeps you busy, but going over budget could stop progress mid month -- it's important to be aware of someone who may be trying to take advantage of your lack of financial knowledge. You're back in your element when the opportunity arises to mix business with pleasure on the 14th and 15th -- take this opportunity to network with executives and potential employers or employees. Leave the business decision to someone else but expect to take control and give the final word on the 22nd and 23rd. A streak of independence sets in during the end of the month -- concentrate on projects at the end of the month.