Trading Spaces

Hello, PR dolls! Today's post is about your work space. Not the most exciting thing, I know but you would be surprised how important it really is!
I'm a big believer in the vibe/atmosphere of a place. It came in handy when I was touring colleges, looking at apartments and is just as useful a skill when setting up your work space. It should be a place that you feel comfortable. After all, once you sit down to work you have way more important things to think about then readjusting.
Some basic tips I've found helpful while setting up my workspace are:

1) Your workspace should not be your bed. Ever. 
Yes, your bed is cozy and you may scroll through some emails while still bundled up in the morning. However, your bed is for sleeping, not working. Psychologically, your brain processes your bed as a place of sleep and relaxation and puts you in that mindset as soon as you get under the covers. This mindset will not be helpful if you have a full inbox and list of things to do. You should be at a desk preferably, with a chair that keeps your posture upright and keeps your brain focused on work.

2) Keep it simple.
Having too much clutter on your desk is distracting. You should decorate it with pictures, flowers, books that inspire you, etc. but make sure that everything has its own proper place. Keep it clean with regular dusting, too!

3) Add some color. 
Nobody is 100% productive and motivated all the time. However, keeping some fun pictures and accents on your work desk might help liven you up when you feel yourself flatlining.

4) Keep some helpful distractions around.
When I really need a break, I have a pick-me-up drawer with snacks, a nail file, lotion, nail polish- things like that. I especially like doing my nails during a quick break! Just make sure your little vices don't distract you too much. No Gameboys or novels.

5) Add your own personal flair!
Whether its through pictures, your favorite quotes, some statement jewelry, souvenirs from a special vacation- make your work space a reflection of you! Keep things around that not only keep you motivated, but remind you of who you are, what you want to do and what makes you happy.


And now, some inspiration:

LOVE the reflective surface.

Dallas Shaw's office- swoon.

Lauren Conrad can do no wrong.

Check out that dinosaur skeleton! 

You know, in case of emergency. ;)

I want to see your work space! What do you keep nearby while you work? Tweet me at @LBDPR!


xxx