Better Thinking

Before embarking on kitting out an office, you need to think about your needs. This can be in clearcut practical terms, like which kinds of chairs and desks to buy (try Ryman for a wide office desk selection). But it’s also important to get the feel of the office right. Your staff are going to be there day in day out, so the long-term cumulative effect of nasty pieces of art or ill-advised pot-plants can create disharmony. As can a poorly conceived office layout.

Even if you aren’t in management, good feng shui suggestions will benefit everyone around you – and they’ll thank you for it. Finding the right office desk position will focus all the energy in the office towards the same goals, putting you in control of your career. Follow these tips for good office desk feng shui.

Placing your desk as far from the entrance as possible eliminates distractions. The flow of chi (or energy) comes in through the entrance, but is at its strongest and most beneficial at the back of the office. Sit as far from the entrance as you can with the door still in plain sight. Never sit with your back to the door, as you are inviting people to take advantage of you, and turning your back on wealth and career promotion. Face the future!
Sit with your back toward a wall or corner. Windows make you vulnerable so avoid having your back against one. If you have to have a window behind you, sit with a tall building at your back to provide the support of a mountain. Try to get the widest view of the office possible.

Cures

Ok, so it’s not always possible for you to dictate the feng shui, especially if you are new to an office. There are ways you can fix situations out of your control. If it’s not possible to see the door, for instance, a feng shui remedy is to make use of a mirror. Place it on your computer with the entrance in the reflection. If you can’t avoid the direct line of the door or sitting against a window, hang a large crystal above you for protection.

Keep clutter, such as boxes and wires, safely stowed away. Health and safety advisors will agree with feng shui experts on this one!

Lastly, to give your career a boost, place your desk at an angle to the corners of the office, with the corners behind you.