Did you know that
area that you call your 'office' is a direct reflection of you? If your environment is clean and uncluttered it projects that person who works there is calm and has everything under control. Consequently if it looks like local rubbish tip then impression others get is that this person is disorganised, and a complete mess. Now before any of you get upset with these assumptions, I'm just stating fact that way you have set up your office will greatly affect how other people perceive you.
Of course, clutter is not only area to address if you want to project a professional image, however it plays a bit part. There are several easy to implement ideas which will have a dramatic impact on your productivity, providing you take action.
If you seriously would like to turn your office into a powerhouse of success, then take action on these tips from Feng Shui guru Debra Jarvis…
The First Step Move everything out of area designated as office, especially what's stored in cupboards and up on shelves. There is no place to hide from Feng Shui eyes. Bring back in only those items that are relevant. Evaluate other stuff, do you love it, is it useful? If not get rid of it (sell, dump or give it away).
Everything in its Place It is important that all items have a designated place to which they are returned after use. Put things used frequently in most accessible spots. Time spent working is much more pleasant when we can easily locate and access items when required.
Set up Your Power Position Place yourself in power position. This is position where you have a view of every entryway. Where you have a choice of places or directions, put your office chair in each position and sit quietly for a few minutes getting an idea of what it would be like to spend time there. The one that immediately feels right is your power position. When you set yourself up in power position you have control in space, your self-esteem will go up and you accomplish more. Try it for 28 days and if you don't find any benefits (including increased business) then change position.
Clean and Clear Clutter Maintain a clear desktop. Paperwork is relentless in its onslaught. Deal with it immediately, use TRAF (Toss, Refer, Act or File). Creating a pile to deal with later creates clutter and clutter is bad Feng Shui.
Remove Obstacles Make your office area inviting to come into. In Feng Shui it is considered that opportunity flows to us in direct proportion to ease of entry and welcome that is experienced in our workplaces. This applies even when we are only ones who ever go there. Only have items that you personally care for. Feng Shui tells us that everything is alive with memories, feelings and associations. What are objects in your office saying to you? Question their origin, did you come by it because that's all you could find at time, are you still in a good relationship with person who gave it to you, would something else be more suitable?
