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Perhaps the hardest thing to
remember for most people are people's names. And, yet, remembering names is
a key to communications success. Imagine that those people introduce themselves around the
table and the meeting begins. When a proposal is made by another
member, you look at her and say, "Janet, I like that idea." She has
received a compliment from you, and, it is very likely she may say, "I am
sorry I don't remember your name, but I agree." At that moment, you
have significant power in that meeting because you can call people by their
names. The single biggest problem in remembering names is blocking the
information you receive while you are preparing your own reply.
Remembering Names Tricks 1) Always introduce yourself first, then ask the other person what their name is. By introducing yourself first you have removed a block from listening to them. Now listen carefully to their name. 2) Act quickly to make the person meaningful to you. The memory needs personal meaning. Instead of responding with your own agenda, respond with questions about them or their work. Repeat their name as you ask them questions to build a real-life profile of this person. Usually, it takes about a minute to get this information. 3) Test your recall. Repeat something they have said to you and ask them if that is correct. Practice this for 30 days. See how many more names you know. |
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