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I\u2019ve come across a term which seems to adequately describe our collective experience of transitioning into a society where one\u2019s authentic self is sheared off unto a series of mostly online, profiles. That term is Profilicity<\/em>; briefly, it\u2019s the cultivation of one\u2019s identity via the ongoing curation of a profile of one form or another. The most obvious example would be a social media profile, but it goes beyond that; consider one\u2019s CV or r\u00e9sum\u00e9. Or perhaps it\u2019s the carefully crafted Memoji and other digital icons used with our communication devices to make us more easily recognized while texting, DMing or posting (again; usually, but not aways, on a profile of some sort \u2014 perhaps it\u2019s a review, that counts too).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In my recent experiences I\u2019ve encountered people extolling the virtues of a new Authenticity. But perhaps that\u2019s not quite the case, rather than authentic behavior<\/em> (usually online) I\u2019ve begun to wonder if it\u2019s instead a call for civility. I\u2019ve seen the term Rawthenticity<\/strong> proposed for describing this desire but that term has its own entanglements. I wonder if an alternative neologism might do. Would Curateous<\/em><\/strong> work instead?
Curate + Courteous:<\/strong> a method or priority for courtesy in the curating of one\u2019s profile<\/em>. This is not to discount authentic behavior in cultivating one\u2019s profile – it\u2019s meant to retain the understanding that interactions between profiles contains a lot of deliberate effort. Besides, some people can be authentic jerks and it\u2019s a rare individual or talent which can make a popular profile from that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s that need for constant maintenance which demarcates a most significant difference between Authenticity and Profilicity. There are quite a few, some are contradictory but for the purposes of this essay we are considering what practices might be best for maintaining\/curating a profile appealing to others for engagement. A profile still reflective of who one wants to be and how they\u2019d like to be received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For your consideration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What follows are potential ways of maximizing one\u2019s efforts in profile curation. <\/strong>It may seem daunting at the beginning of such an effort. It may be that you\u2019ll have to generate a bit of content to deliver at first. But here are some guidelines to keep in mind.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Possible Creatively Use Prexisting Material<\/strong>: Authenticity often demands originality, the words are nearly synonymous. Not as necessary in profile curation, there\u2019s no one individual observer who may notice a repeated image or bit of writing. Our profile is being presented to a general peer and can bear repeated content. It may even benefit from it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Develop Good Habits:<\/strong> As you get into the rhythm of curating, it\u2019s important to reduce distractions and stay focused on a specific goal. Start with broad strokes, much like “gesture drawing,” and then narrow your focus as you hone in on your vision\/message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Incorporate Practical Strategies:<\/strong> Enhance your curation skills by leveraging social media apps, understanding which platforms are best for certain types of data, and making the most of unique app features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Theory on self-promotion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Begin with the idea that everyone is involved with their own subject of focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n