Fred Harteis News Articles - Who hasn’t called Eileen “Elaine” or incoherently mumbled, “It’s so great to see you…Stracey”? Next time you meet someone whose name you should remember but don’t, try these tips.

Instead of fessing up and apologizing for forgetting, “introduce yourself and extend your hand,” says Pamela Eyring, director of the Protocol School. “Putting the other person at ease may prompt him to say his name.”

If you introduce yourself to someone you’re seeing out of context, she may reply, “Why, I’m Pat Walker. Our children are ...   more »