How to Handle Forgetting Someone's Name. You meet someone whose face is familiar, but you
can't remember their name. Not to worry, help is at hand. You will need Business cards Last
name and introduction. Step 1. Tell them you remember their name, but are stumped at the
moment -- just drawing a blank. You might also say something like, "I keep wanting to
call you Tom, but that doesn't seem right." Step 2. Tell them you'd like to exchange business
cards, and then get their name from the card. Step 3. Praise them for being able to remember
your name, while explaining that you lack such a gift. Step 4. Ask for the person's
last name on the pretense that you forgot it. They will probably give you their first
and last names. Step 5. Introduce them to someone whose name you do remember. They will
probably say their name as part of the introduction. If you're with someone else, say, "This is
my friend, Mary...." and then trail off. They will have no choice but to introduce themselves.
Step 6. Ask the person their name if all else fails. Just be up front and say, "I'm sorry,
I don't recall your name." Pay attention this time, so you don't forget again! Did you know