Why the 'F'?
Valerie teased me about my use of 'F' in my name. You see, I am now Dr Nicola F. Johnson. The reason for this is simple. There are numerous 'Nicola Johnson's'. However, Nicola F. Johnson is uncommon and if one uses it in a search (yes of course I've Googled myself), 'nicolafjohnson' points right to me baby.
Promotion and distinction.