What Your Stuff Says About you :
Every office worker has a particular type of desk they keep, and a number of studies suggest that how you keep your workspace might affect how you work, from the idea that disorderly environments produce creativity — to the idea that too much clutter can interfere with focus.
The clutterer’s workspace is chaotic, colourful and often covered in knick-knacks and personal effects.
Love a routine and a post-it note? You might be a minimalist. But just because minimalists don’t enjoy clutter, it doesn’t mean they’re not extroverted, says Bernheimer: “An extremely tidy and organised workplace doesn’t indicate that you're introverted.”
Instead, a minimalist is more likely to be high in the traits of conscientiousness, discipline and cautiousness. They are hardworking, reliable, achievement-oriented and thrive on structure and planning, she says.
Do you have a curated collection of books or magazines on your desk? What about artwork, travel photos or mementos? You may be a personaliser. “A simple, stylish or unusual workspace tells people that you’re high in the trait called ‘openness’, which means you’re likely to be high in creativity, intellectuality and openness to new experience,” says Bernheimer.