The Importance of Using a Pseudonym as a TI

[David ofTomorrow]

pseu·do·nym

ˈso͞odnim/

noun

1. a fictitious name, especially one used by an author.

   synonyms:

   pen name, nom de plume, assumed name, false name, alias,professional name, sobriquet, stage name, nom de guerre "Geisel was best known by the pseudonym 'Dr. Seuss'"

   With a quick glance over peacepink members page, I can see that many are using pseudonyms. I myself use one, that being David ofTomorrw. I once used my real name, but I started to look for work, and I did not want any prospective employer to find my comments, and realities by finding my peacepink membership by googleing my name. So, I changed it. For a while, I continued to post my real face with a new moniker, Big Al.

   Many might have different reasons for keeping their actual identity private. It really is a matter of personal choice. Some feel that they must put their personal information out there for all to see is more genuine. For them, it may be so. 

   On the other hand, some have families and jobs that they need to think of. Some just dont know who to trust, so they use a pseudonym.

   What do you think, Is it advantageous to use a pseudonym?