BY Now that we’ve officially settled into a world where swiping through profiles has become the new handshake, we think it’s time to chat about giving your social media platforms a well-deserved spruce-up. “Why?”, you ask? Well, unless you want your future boss, date, or even your mom stumbling upon those "interesting" posts from 2010, read on for some expert tips to spruce up your digital footprint!
The Purge
Start by sifting through all your social media accounts. Got some that you haven't visited in a while? Maybe it's that Twitter account from college or a Tumblr page from your emo phase? If you haven't posted there since the Ice Bucket Challenge was relevant, it's probably time to hit the deactivate button.
Let’s Just Archive That
Next, let’s take a little stroll down memory lane…digitally, of course! 😉 Scrolling through your social media history can be full of great memories, debatable outfit choices, and captions that make you cringe…and now, it's time to be ruthless with it all. 😈 Delete anything that doesn't represent the current, fabulous you. This includes questionable jokes, overly dramatic status updates, and yes, those blurry photos from college parties. The internet might never forget, but you can certainly help it lose a few memories!
Privacy Settings are Your BFF
Get up close and personal with your privacy settings. Surprisingly, these settings are often overlooked… kinda like that gym membership you swore you’d use. 😋 It only takes a few minutes to go into your profile settings and customize who can see your past and future posts. This way, you can keep your personal life personal, and not an open book for the whole world. And while you're at it, review your friend list. If you don't recognize a name, it's time to say “goodbye”. Your friend list should be as exclusive as the Met Gala’s invitation list! 💃🏼
First, Let Me Take a Selfie
Your profile picture is like the cover of your personal brand book. Make it count! Choose a photo that's recent and reflects the best version of yourself. This isn't the place for that shot where you're chugging a beer (unless you're a beer critic, then by all means). Think of your grandma - would she approve? If yes, you're on the right track.
New Bio, Who Dis?
Your bio is the elevator pitch of your social media account. Keep it clear, concise, and current. Update your job title, interests, and any other info that paints a picture of who you are today. And please retire those overused quotes. "Live, Laugh, Love" is so 2012.
Consistency is Key
Uniformity across your social media platforms is equivalent to wearing a well-tailored suit – it just looks good! Make sure your profile pictures and bios are consistent across all platforms. This not only makes you look more professional, but it also helps people find you more easily. And isn't that the point of social media?
We know the thought of a deep clean can seem overwhelming, but trust us, cleaning up your social media doesn't have to be a drag. Keeping your social media neat and up to date is all about staying true to who you are right now. Your online space is your personal canvas – so paint it with colours that genuinely represent you! 👩🎨 Enjoy the process, have a laugh at those old posts (we all have them!), and embrace the refresh. Happy tidying! 🌟
