I spent nine and a half years with my own office (right out of school, too; I was quite lucky to have that) and while it wasn't much, it was mine. I then moved

I spent nine and a half years with my own office (right out of school, too; I was quite lucky to have that) and while it wasn't much, it was mine. I then moved to a much better position with a more open concept. Not ultra-trendy-start-up open, but still with nine people in one room. The effect on my ability to concentrate has been very noticeable. If there is more than one conversation going on in the room, I need to get up and leave until it's over; I can't accomplish anything. I wouldn't go back to my previous position for anything, but I do miss my office.