Bad With Names? Why Memory Fails and How to Improve Recall

When you forget someone’s name right after hearing it, it can feel awkward, especially when you want to make a good impression. I know the feeling, and it isn’t that you’re bad with names; it’s simply how memory works.

Unlike familiar words, names don’t carry built-in meaning, so they slip away when your attention is divided between conversation, body language, and what you’ll say next. The good news is that you can improve recall with a few simple habits.

In this blog, I’ll explain why names fa...