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Here are a few easy things to look for, along with what they reveal about personality:

1.    An organized desk says… you’re reliable and punctual

It should cone as no surprise that people with organized desks tend to be those who are good at planning and getting things done on time.

“When I go into a space, I look for a calendar first,” Gosling says, since an up-to-date, used desk calendar is another sign of a conscientious person.

2.    Unusual objects say… you’re creative and open to new experiences. 

People with original art or a diverse array of objects tend to be willing to embrace new ideas or experiences and are often creative.

“If you go in and think, wow, I’ve never seen that before, they’re likely high in openness,” Gosling says.

3. Inspirational posters and messages say… you’re neurotic.

Those who surround themselves with inspirational statements are usually the classic Type A personality.

“Inspirational statements help calm anxiety and keep together emotionally” – Golsing says.

4. An inviting space says… you’re extroverted.

People whose spaces/offices seem to be exceptionally inviting (open doors, comfortable chairs, candy jars and so on) tend to be very sociable. Sociability can pave the way for promotions and new opportunities, so introverts may help their careers by adding a few inviting touches. “People can learn to exercise that side,” Gosling says. “But it’ll never be pleasant like it is for someone who is biologically this way. It’s not intrinsic.”

 

 

We live in a world where everybody encourages us to focus on the work at hand and more than often we tend to ignore the seemingly unimportant details. But in fact, they may be able to send out a message about us, leaving us unaware of the impressions we make.

So what do our desk say about us? Or, of you are a boss or manager, what additional information can you learn about your employees that may help you motivate them better and built a more productive relationship?

According to Sam Gosling, a psychologist and professor at the University of Texas at Austin and author or Snoop: What Does Your Stuff Says About You (Basic Books, 2009) says: “People want to be known. You’re healthier, happier and more productive when others see you as who you are”.

“Take a look at your colleague’s/employee’s desk. What does the space look like?  What personal objects are there? It’s really important to look for themes. Focus on the objects that are consistent and permanent” – Gosling stresses.

Intrigued? Stay tuned for Part Two of our Desk Blog to learn more about your co-workers and may be yourself))

1.    Anti-theft Lunch Bags with (mold prints)

Surely, we’ve all been through the disappointing moments of looking into the office fridge in search you brought this morning and discovering that it is no longer there.

Avoiding this is easy with these anti0theft lunch bags!

 

 2.  Magnetic Pebbles

A great way to get rid of the clutter on your desk …or at least make it more creative)

 

3.  Jellyfish Aquarium

Want to fancy it up? Here you go. We bet there will be no one in your office or the nearest building sporting this exotic jellyfish tank.

 

4. Aromatherapy USBs

Remember our blog about aromatherapy at the office? Well, there is not an easy solution for getting your office space to smell heavenly. Here it is!

So you are filing your annual return. But the company particulars and those of directors and secretary have changed. So you might ask: Can I just report the changes in the annual return?

And the answer is no.

 You are required to report the changes of company particulars in the appropriate specified forms. For example, a Form N9 should be filed to report the change in the registered office address or principal place of business and a Form N7 should be filed to report the change of residential addresses of directors.

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