Teenagers: Building a Positive Online Presence | Isaiah Bello | TEDxStart Rite Schools Abuja

thank you Tick Tock Snapchat YouTube Instagram Reddit the most popular apps and softwares on the planet used for socializing with people viewing content and listening to music the internet has changed the world for the better and will continue to change as the years go by the first ever laptop was manufactured in 1981 and in those 42 years it has changed also greatly it is rightly said

to create a positive online presence that reflects our values beliefs and aspirations as we know the internet can be a harsh place and as teenagers we are offering the primary target of cyber bullying trolling and negative online comments but what we can change that what if everyone in this room committed creating a positive online presence so how can we create a positive online presence firstly it's

important to be authentic and true to ourselves it's important to post things that reflect who we are and what we stand for according to a survey conducted by social media today states that 86 percent of consumers believe that authenticity is most important when deciding which brand to support this applies to us as individuals as teenagers it is important to ask ourselves questions such as what values

do I want to Project online and how can I showcase my personality while still remaining true to myself by reflection of these questions are being mindful WE Post online enables us to creating a positive online presence that reflects our true selves and values when I mentioned values and we found the positive ones such as kindness Justice discipline and compassion and humility among others by imposing these

values online we can contribute to a more positive online community and world another way to create a positive online presence is by being mindful of the language that we use and the tone of our messages by using positive and uplifting language that promotes guidance and respect can encourage you and Inspire others fostering a coach of kindness and love online you may be asking why is it

important to have a positive online presence well it's important because not only are you establishing credibility and trust but you are attracting job opportunities College admissions promotions and payorises Maya Angelou are announced over and poet once said I have learned that people forget what you did people forget what you said but people will not forget how you made them feel this quote perfectly encapsulates the importance

of creating a positive online presence as the civilizers more people we are it is easy to know when something is feeling sad or unbelievable we may not know why we can tell that whatever is occurring is ensuring pain and discomfort but still we sit there gazing at them as if they are fish out of water this state of manner can be caused by your whole junkyard

of things such as negative online or real life Encounters this course is improving people and more the internet gave us access to everything but also gave everything access to us our posts and sales can have serious consequences and can affect way people perceive us if you were hearing my voice now consider this occult action to join the movement and contribute to a more positive online community

I was one school to action background I had chances of opportunities but I threw them on the floor like a lollipop wrapper and trampled on it I think all my peers including myself but just because I messed up doesn't mean you need to as well creating a positive online presence enables us to change lives change people and change the world to conclude whilst the internet provides

a platform for self-expression you must remember that it's a public space nothing is private and the opposed and shares can have serious consequences so here I think few things to bear in mind one think before you post before you hit that share button take a moment to think about what you are sharing and how it may be perceived by others ask yourself if it's something you'd

feel comfortable sharing with your family and friends two consider your audience who has been what you are sharing is it appropriate for your audience if we're not sure air on the side of caution and do not send it for you be respectful you must remember that everyone has different views and beliefs so if you're going to post something that may be controversial you must remember to

be respectful of other people's views and try to avoid attacking or believing them creating a positive online presence may seem daunting but it's an important skill for us teenagers to develop last is our social media platforms to spread positivity and kindness lawsuits are social media platforms despite awareness about imposing issues support cause we believe in and connect with like-minded individuals who share our values thank you

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