Sane Disruption: What to do if you forget someone's name immediately after meeting them

Saturday, October 3, 2015

What to do if you forget someone's name immediately after meeting them

Handshake We’ve all been in those situations where we’ve forgotten someone’s name.

It’s even worse when it happens immediately after meeting them.

How can you deal with it without being too awkward?

Here are some helpful strategies.

This is an update of a story originally written by Maggie Zhang.

Ask them to put their number in your phone.

It’s the best way to get their name without even asking for it. Typically, they will enter both their first and last names, along with their number. It’s a great way to stay in touch with them in the future and to assure you won’t forget their name again.

Ask for their email address.

Most people have their name within their email address, so it’s an easy way to learn the information you need and gain a valuable connection. It will also show you care about reaching out to them in the future.

If they don’t have their name, they might at least have a reference to their college, workplace, or favorite hobby within their username, so it can serve as a great conversation starter.

Introduce them to a friend.

At a party or networking event, making introductions is expected. Find one of your friends and introduce them first, and then wait for your conversation partner to do the same.

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