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Don't display too many awards or certificates - you want to look professional, not pretentious.
Too many family photos may send the wrong message about your priorites.
Too much clutter does not make you appear busy, it makes you appear unorganized.
You should never have food items sitting around on your desk. If you need to lure people into your office, a small candy dish can be used strategically.
A live plant brings the outdoors in and absorbs the air pollutants in your office.