For most types of work, it boosts the productivity of your work when you can design your own environment. Off course, there is always a boss that will keep it within limits (otherwise I would play my favorite music at volume 10 instead of 2). But still, your working environment will definitely affect your work.

I can’t imagine working, without having music in my ears. Okay, I can work without music, but I will be more productive when I can listen to my favorite bands jamming their guitars. Big chunks of code seem a lot less stressful with the chords of one of the best guitarists in the world.

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Yes, music affects my job, as my complete environment does. That’s the reason why you should think about redesigning your working environment, to suit your needs and wishes. In this article some tips on what you should (re-)consider and what you should keep the way it is. Read more »