The messy your work station is, the farther is your promotion – Part 4

Flat surfaces should be kept clear. “The only stuff in the radius of your arms should be the stuff you need immediately,” says Walsh. Boxes of pens, staplers and stacks of files need to go. Instead, rid your desk of visual clutter by paring down the items on top to the essentials only. For most, that means a monitor and keyboard, telephone, two pens, one notebook, a drinking glass, lamp and one family photograph in your most-used workspace. Additional office supplies should be kept in desk drawers and other items placed in their designated zones.

Like a clean desktop, a clear floor will instantly lighten up the feel of the office space. Gym bags, purses, outerwear and changes of shoes quickly overwhelm the space and look chaotic. Jane Brown, founder of organization and design firm Jane Brown Interiors, suggests hanging hooks in your office or from your cubicle walls to gets coats, umbrellas and bags off the floor. Designate a drawer or shelf for large bags or extra shoes. But be careful not to overload the walls. Dede notes that cluttered corkboards and crooked pictures will undo the effort of clearing your floor and desk.

Wasting time on looking up for the stuff that is needed immediately is one of the growing concerns of the employers. Belated and faltered reports are some of ramifications that stem from the roots of disorganized work place. This germinates problems when it comes to promotions and appraisals.

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