

From CNN, some tricks to help you remember people's names.

  • Visualize it on their forehead. Create a picture in your mind of a person's face with their name written across their forehead.
  • Write the name in the air. Neurolinguistic experts suggest you use micro-muscle movements as if you were writing a person's name down.
  • Use word association with visualization. If a person's name were Jacqueline, create a mind-picture of Jacqueline Onassis standing next that person.
  • Use repetition. Try to use a new name three or four times during your first conversation. Make sure to work it into your departure as well. "Thanks, Fran, it was great meeting you."
  • Write it down. Make sure to record the new name you learned in your day planner or other contacts file.

Thanks to Rick Dobbs.



CNN: Remembering Names