The experts themselves have said it. Your messy office reflects who you are and how well you may be as an executive. If you will really think about it, how will you be able to manage a businesses if you cannot even manage your own desk? It prevents your true potential from showing, blocking whatever productivity you may have. It's a career blocker.

Link: Braindroppings from HireGary.net: Is a Messy Desk holding you back?