I get frustrated when I hear people say that they’re not good with names.
It makes me wonder whether the problem is the fact that they’re not very good with people.
Are names really the issue?
Do you forget the names of friends and family?
Of course not.
You’re not expected to have instant recall of every name you encounter at a party or business meeting.
But if you’re struggling to remember someone’s name, don’t say you’re not good with names.
It’s OK to simply ask someone for their name again – they won’t mind.
They may well be thinking the same thing about you.
So go first, re-introduce yourself, and keep using their name until it sticks.
Because that’s the thing most people love to hear.
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