leo
JULY 24 - august 23

For some time now, you have been feeling that your business activities have been unaccountably limited by unforeseen setbacks and delays. At times, these problems and challenges may have caused you to feel quite hopeless, as though all your attempts to make progress in your business affairs were somehow doomed to failure from the outset. From an astrological perspective, such situations arose because Saturn, the planet of consolidation, was affecting your sun sign in a powerfully personal way. The good news is, you are entering a new phase shortly and although your business plans and objectives may now look significantly different, you will soon be free to focus all your energies on truly worthwhile projects. August 12 is a good day for initiating new ventures – but try not to commit yourself to making major financial decisions if possible.
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virgo
AUGUST 24 - september 23
This month, you need to make a special point of developing business relationships, even if you feel that you are just too busy to make the effort. You also need to take care of any unfinished business with former business partners. Do this soon.

libra
september 24 - october 23
You are one of the zodiac's more sociable signs and enjoy mixing business with pleasure. And this month, you need to prioritise the process of expanding your business network. The New Moon on August 12 should bring some exciting business offers your way.

scorpio
october 24 - november 21
This month could see the ending of one particular business relationship that may have caused you considerable difficulties in the past. Keep a positive attitude and stay focused on the future, rather than the past – especially on or around August 28.

sagittarius
november 22 - december 20
You are now entering a phase of business activity that will call upon you to be pretty ruthless about letting go of business projects and ventures that no longer serve your interests. Regard the process as a sort of 'business house-cleaning' and go for it.

CAPRICORN
DECEMBER 21 - JANUARY 20
This month you will benefit from conducting a thorough financial review of your business and personal financial position. Even if your stocktaking reveals areas requiring urgent attention, just gather information for now. Avoid making any major changes.

aquarius
january 21 - february 19
This month sees the beginning of a whole new cycle in your partnership affairs and joint ventures. While you have mixed feelings at the prospect, overcome your innate resistance to change, and see things positively – especially on or around August 12.

pisces
february 20 - MARCH 20
You are being challenged to empower yourself to make your business dreams come true and it may not always be easy, so be prepared. But just stay calm and work through your problems, and dramatic new solutions should emerge around August 28.

aries
march 21 - april 20
This month will see a flurry of new business opportunities and propositions coming your way, especially on or around August 12, when you could be invited to invest in a highly speculative venture. Don't make hasty decisions, do some background research first.

TAURUS
april 21 - may 20
This month, you need to focus on consolidating your existing position, rather than looking for new ways to expand your business activities. Take time out to review your present financial position. Work-related socialising could prove fruitful.

GEMINI
MAY 21 - JUNE 21
Events during the first week of August will require you to exercise all the powers of tact and diplomacy you can muster, so be prepared. Even if you feel unjustly treated, you are best advised to keep your true opinions to yourself – for now at least.

cancer
june 22 - july 23
Despite your best efforts, you may feel that all your attempts to introduce new approaches into your business, especially where sales and marketing are concerned, simply can't move forward. Don't despair. You will start to make greater progress from August 12 onwards.