The author explores the significance of their name, Kirby Kelly, emphasizing the personal identity it represents. Despite mixed feelings during childhood, they later embraced it as a unique social asset while building a career in media. The author made a conscious choice to retain their last name after marriage, not for career purposes but as an affirmation of their identity. They describe their name as a source of confidence and personal branding, particularly during the rise of social media. This decision illustrates a deeper connection to self and the importance of names in our lives.
Once I graduated, I moved to New York City to chase a career in media. It's not like having a special name magically opened any doors. But in a city where everyone shares a common goal of climbing the corporate ladder, any detail that stands out when you're networking helps.
I didn't always love it. Of course, growing up, it was something I took for granted and, at times, disliked. My name is Kirby Kelly - basically, two first names.
I simply can't imagine not having my name. It had nothing to do with my husband's last name, my career, or any other factor.
As I grew out of the awkward teenage phase and into my identity, I became a lot more confident and really began to embody my name.
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