I may be a 'sad git', but I have made perfectly clear elsewhere that I have never been on this forum under another nick. Ever.
Ok, well, you should know you have a twin Internet personna out there. He/She was a complete tool, so, umm, yes, it's not a popularity contest, but it is about sharing useful information. Credibility (earned over time and proven good information usually, together with a coherent narrative) is key. Even if you are completely genuine, you don't come across as credible and if you can't see that, then I refer you to my "tool" comment. I'm actually trying to help you here, regardless of my better instincts.