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Stop Saying 'I'm Bad at Remembering Names.' Use These Simple Tips to Break the Bad Habit Once and For All. Many of us have experienced what it's like to learn someone's name and forget it just minutes later. Here's how to finally remember names.

By Ivan Misner

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Most of us have experienced the anguish of forgetting someone's name while they're standing right in front of us. It's like a mental game of hide-and-seek that you're destined to lose. But there's hope — this seven-step plan to turn your name-guessing game into a name-recalling masterpiece. Prepare to impress at social gatherings and business events, all while keeping your pride intact.

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