Five Seconds to Success in remembering people's names

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The most common reason for forgetting names is failing to
focus on the moment of introduction, so you never hear
4 i- S# f" K6 i6 R+ c7 ~them in the first place. You are too busy thinking about what
you're going to say next or worrying about what others will
5 {3 K/ [: {& @% n7 {( R: C& Mthink of you.
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Use the following 5-second strategy to remember first
names:
1) The first second: Focus on the moment of introduction.
2) The second second: Don't think about what to
say—listen for the name.
4 @: q1 ~: L: V3) The third second: Repeat the name aloud.
4) The fourth second: Think of someone you know
5 z' b& a9 i  ewith the same name.
8 [6 _; A& G* u. {) L- L. o5) The fifth second: Use the name during and at the
+ S+ }5 [2 a6 O: u: V8 Fend of the conversation.
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---Don Gabor <<How to start a conversation and make friends>>