self-presentations

How you appear

Self-presentations are the ways people display themselves to others—the images they project through appearance, behavior, and speech.

The term implies conscious or unconscious management of how one is perceived: Her social media self-presentations rarely matched her private life.

In psychology, self-presentation theory examines how people control impressions in different contexts.

formal

attire

Personal garments collectively

grooming · dress-code · posture · handshake · introduction · courtesy · mannerisms · formality · professionalism · appearance

identity

self-concept

One's own identity perception

self-portrayal · self-expression · individuality · personality · self-perception · self-narrative · self-disclosure · ego · character · traits

professional

resume

Career summary document

  • portfolioCollected works or assets
  • CVCareer credentials document
  • pitchFrequency of sound

LinkedIn · headshot · credentials · qualifications · bio · interview · networking · references · accomplishments · expertise

digital

avatar

Digital user representation

  • usernameAccount identification string
  • selfiePhoto of oneself
  • bioPersonal background summary

handle · Instagram · TikTok · vlog · influencer · emoji · filters

performance

rehearsal

Pre-performance practice session

delivery · audience · body-language · charisma · confidence · poise · script · oratory · gestures · timing

Opposites
authenticity

self-presentationsauthenticity

Quality of being genuine

raw honesty · self-disclosure · candor · vulnerability · transparency

direction of disclosure

self-presentationsunmasking

Revealing what's hidden

public records · exposures · exposés · outing · dossiers

focus of attention

self-presentationsselflessness

Prioritizing others over oneself

listening

Family

presentation, presentations, selves, selfhood, selfless, selflessly, selflessness, selfish, selfishly

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