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What Does Your Desk Say About You?

Updated 6/19/2020
What Does Your Desk Say About You?
Whether your desk is covered in papers or meticulously organized, the state of your workspace says more about you than you might think.

Admit it: At some point in your career, you've probably glanced over at your cube-mate's workspace and raised an eyebrow at the pile of file folders, half-filled coffee mugs, and quickly-scribbled notes strewn across his or her desk.

But, it goes both ways—what do your co-workers think when they take a peek at your cubicle? Whether you're a neat freak or a hoarder, your office décor is more telling than you might think. To find out exactly what you're conveying to your team, check out this fun infographic. OK, so maybe it's not scientifically accurate—but we think it's pretty darn close!

What Your Desk Says About You

Home page photo of desk courtesy of Shutterstock. Infographic courtesy of Marketo.

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