WHAT’S ON
YOUR DESK?
If a man’s home is his castle, then what’s his work space? For
some of us, it’s organized chaos—piles of paperwork, tons of
sample products, corkboards painted with colored Post-its, the
list goes on. And then there are those whose cubicles are serene
sanctuaries, devoid of clutter, except perhaps for an indispensable Mac, favorite spa book and a calming candle.
THE DESK OF: JOE CONTORNO PRESIDENT AND CEO OF CHRISTINA-USA
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Radio with an IPod docking station—constantly playing
classical music.
Photo of me and my granddaughter Hanna who was just a
day old when the picture was taken.
My computer and spare hard drive. I have a LOT of files!
The Christina Guide Book (aka: my bible). This book
includes a wealth of science behind the line as well as information on all the products, treatments and ingredients.
An electronic pencil sharpener. I know, in this day in age,
who still uses #2 lead pencils, right? But sometimes I need
to disconnect from the fast-paced life/technology and reconnect with my thoughts by drawing what I am thinking
on a pad using a pencil!
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My two go-to Christina products: Line Repair
THERASKIN + HA and Unstress Probiotic Eye & Neck
Cream.
7. More family photos. I rotate them—the one in front is at
my daughter’s wedding. But of course, I swap that out
for my wife’s picture when I know she is coming to visit
the office!
8. My eyeglass case.
9. Magnetic board with to-do things, held in place with a
magnetic seashell.
10. View of the Gulf of Mexico. Staring at the beach helps
me mentally disconnect and de-stress, allowing me to
focus on the task at hand. ■
However you define your work space, we’d love for you to show us! Snap a photo, send to [email protected], and let us take a peek.
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