I realized that there are many strong arguments on both stands – one or multiple identities. Reason being that both have their pros and cons; and the difference in the level of sensitivity of each individual. After much reading on different blog posts, I still stand strong on having only one identity.
My belief is reinforced by Khairul’s post where he pointed out that having separate accounts to deal with personal and work is an “illusion’ which was created to make ourselves feel secured. People who have sensitive or private information online needs to feel secured that it won’t and never be leaked out. Therefore, multiple identities are created but how far can it bring us? People can still find out about us through “involuntary” information posted by people who know us such as tagging of one’s photos by others on Facebook or Instagram, for example. There is really no total control of our identity online.
In addition to Khairul’s post, Rochelle presented a quote by Current Google CEO Eric Schmidt, “If you have something that you don’t want anyone to know, maybe you shouldn’t be doing it in the first place.” I second that. If we do not want others to know certain information, then we should not input it online in the first place. Keep your privacy to yourself and not online. Nothing online is really private. Together with Rochelle, I believe in being myself and being genuine before people. In relation to employment, I feel that career is for the long term, therefore it is crucial to find a boss who not only accept your professional side but also your personal side: your past, personality, hobbies. In another words, find a boss that accept you for who you are.
Blogs I’ve commented on:
CrossingThought. 