Just a few decades ago, one could
say that it would take a significant amount of effort and determination for a
kid/teen to do something to severely jeopardize their life. Now, it can take a
matter of minutes. In this new generation of super-empowered
individuals, everyone seems to think all their thoughts should be published. One quick video posted to YouTube or a rant online and every
news outlet, future employer, teacher and perspective college can see it. We
can share our thoughts, images, videos and options with more people and faster
than ever before.
Here are my Top 3 tips to keeping
your online record clean.
1. On the
internet there is no difference between public and private.
The internet
is not your personal journal. And it should not be treated as such. If you
don’t want EVERYONE to see what you have written and posted online
2. Just
because you can post something doesn’t mean you should.
You might
think it’s super funny and a great inside joke, but the internet doesn’t have
inside or outside jokes. Just jokes. And most likely, the joke will eventually be
on you. I consider this tip as more of a general life rule.
3. Alter egos
should only exist for CIA purposes and in Hollywood movies. If you can’t be
yourself online, you probably should reflect on your character traits in real
life. Your online persona should be an extension of your thoughts and beliefs,
not an extension of your outrageous alter ego.
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