Someone who was putting out feelers before is ready to make an offer. You’ll like what you see, but don’t agree right away. You can get a bit more.

Focus on your own progress. There’s plenty of time to help others later, but that won’t happen if you get distracted now.

A rivalry is based on one-upmanship. Act like you’re suddenly intrigued with something else. This will throw an adversary off the scent.

Handle negotiations with a deft touch. Any show of hesitation only slows the process. Be upbeat and others follow your lead.

It’s hard to accept that the bane to your existence is also the key to your success, but mixed blessings are nothing new. Alliances are what you make of them.

A last minute complication can only throw you off if you let it. Keep doing what you’re doing. It will straighten itself out.