Leo III’s often assume a commanding role. Action comes naturally to these dynamic individuals. Their main impulse is to lead, but not necessarily to dominate or rule. Good Planners, they are able to organize a strategy and see it through. All Leo III’s have a heroic view of themselves. Aggressive, they know what they want and how to get it. In the process, they may arouse antagonism, since they can be inconsiderate, often choosing to ignore what others are feeling in order to achieve their own aims. But they may also inspire tremendous loyalty, respect, and love in others who overlook their self-centeredness. The creativity of Leo III’s runs high. While they are often narrow or selfish in their personal dealings, in their careers their imaginations, philosophical perspective and wide range of expression often result in artistic, financial and social rewards.

Because Leo III’s are not very approachable, working shoulder to shoulder with them is the best way of getting close to them and can result in deep ties that last a lifetime. Other strong personalities inevitably clash with Leo III’s, and such relationships are likely to be stormy unless the other party compromises or backs down. Leo III’s are not unaware of their charisma. As long as they are honored and respected, they will be generous and kind, but they will not hesitate to end a relationship if they feel they haven’t been accorded their due. Equally often, their partners, unwilling to live with double standards, may drop them suddenly in disgust, amazing the more unaware Leo III’s—just when things were going so well!