Quick Tip: Remember People’s Names

Do you have a hard time remembering people’s names? If you ever find yourself sitting at a conference table and want to make sure you don’t get anyone mixed up, here’s a tip: Collect everyone’s business cards before the meeting starts.

When you sit down, line up the cards in front of you according to their seating order so you can easily match the name with the face. Don’t worry about hiding your cards either – it’s a widely-accepted practice and a quick, easy reference tool!

If you want to be more inconspicuous, you can just write everyone’s names (and positions, if possible) in the top corner of your notepad. No one will think twice when you’re flipping back through your notes! This is a great way to remember everyone’s name whether you’re in a large meeting, watching a discussion panel, or having coffee with a bunch of new people.