Placement experts say that networking is the most effective way to find job leads. The more you network, the better your chances of finding opportunities. This means getting out of your house from time-to-time, attending seminars or industry events so you can meet new people who could become valuable contacts.
However, meeting many people as quickly as possible can make remembering names much more challenging. Mind you, many business deals have failed because one party couldn’t remember the name of the other. Don’t let an awkward moment ruin your job hunt.
If you want to be able to conduct successful networking, always remember the names of people you meet. Here are some practical business networking tips to remember the names of your contacts:
Repetition is key – When people meet the first time, much of the brainpower is focused more on visual and emotional stimuli. Little details such as a person’s name can easily go unnoticed. Pay attention and keep repeating the name of the person over and over again in your head. This will help keep the name of the person in your short-term memory. During conversations, it would help to include the person’s name in your conversations from time to time. Don’t overdo it, though, or you might sound like a broken record.
Associate names with relevant details – People will always tell you something about their careers or their hobbies and interests. Pay attention to the details so you can associate the proper details with the names of your contact. If you’re familiar with a person’s general background, you’ll have a better chance of remembering his or her name.
Use alliteration – There are times when alliteration and word play can be applied to help you remember names. For instance, “Mark is the head of Marketing” or “Caroline from South Carolina.”
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