Today’s Birthday (02/09/15). Partnership generates fortune this year. Cement old bonds as new ones form. Many hands make light work, especially with seemingly impossible, huge or entrenched goals. Miracles arise in collaboration. Income surges after 3/20. Step into a new direction with research after 4/4. A shared financial opportunity arises after 10/13. Come together for community thriving. Share your heart.

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 9 — Spend time with your crew today, close to home. Play with friends and family. Take care of something you said you’d do. Check to be sure your message gets through. Keep it simple and to the point.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

— Today is a 9 — Do simple work now. Productivity reaps extra reward today. Focus on providing excellence. Short-term priorities hold your focus. Take one step at a time, with attention to detail. Winning is fun, and possible. Do the homework.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

— Today is an 8 — Studying and practicing something you love goes well today. Changes are suitable to work out in your favor. Results are positive. Your discipline is impressive, too. Avoid a controversial topic. Play for a good cause.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

— Today is a 7 — Take care of urgent matters first. Conditions seem unsettled. Don’t overlook an important task. Let family help you streamline your routine. Allow extra time for unexpected circumstances. Choose a clever partner. Learn from a child.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

— Today is an 8 — You’ve got the gift of words today. Use them with someone close to you. Deepen friendships. Create better sales talk. Talk to your team, and listen. Consult with a respected mentor. Choose the message.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

— Today is a 9 — Focus on immediate objectives, and rake in the dough. The situation could seem delicately balanced. Be careful not to stumble. Hold your head up. Never let them see you sweat. Put in the effort and profit.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

— Today is a 9 — You can get whatever you need. Be very careful now. Don’t get cocky, or you could miss an opportunity. Go ahead and play the hero… someone appreciates the help. Enjoy a little friendly competition.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

— Today is a 7 — Recharge your batteries while you review the plan. Polish the details. Think things through to their logical consequences. Maintain some mystery. Broaden your horizons and push boundaries. Prepare but don’t go yet. Peaceful rest refreshes.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

— Today is an 8 — Talk to your friends for greatest impact today. Make and receive promises. Work together to handle a job that’s coming due. Get social, either in person or online. Connect with your circles.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

— Today is an 8 — Take charge, but be nice about it. Assume authority, and schedule commitments rigorously. Authorize what you can. Use what you’ve got. Lively music sets the tone. Focus on one action at a time, and profit.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

— Today is an 8 — Explore a lesser-known part of your own backyard or neighborhood. Discover new flavors and sensations. Try on new ideas. It doesn’t need to be expensive in time or money. Savor a short excursion. Learn new tricks.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

— Today is an 8 — Handle insurance or financial paperwork. Make repairs to valuable equipment. Save spare parts. Put on some good music and get into organizational productivity mode. Invite your partner to join in. Your relationship grows stronger with time.