🎯 Pro Tip: The Name Game for Business Networking in English

Want to know the number one trick Americans use to remember names when meeting someone for the first time?

It’s very simple: We use the Rule of 3.

🗣️ When someone introduces themselves, repeat their name back immediately.

Ana: “Hi! I’m Ana, it’s nice to meet you!”

Sam: “Hi Ana (1); I’m Sam!” 

See what we did there? 👀 Sam used Ana’s name immediately after hearing it. Simple, right?

👉 Then the conversation continues:

Sam: “So Ana, (2) what department are you in?”

Ana: “I’m in Marketing. How about you?”

Sam: “Accounting. Everyone’s been super welcoming so far.”

Ana: “That’s great to hear!”

Sam: “So how long have you been with the company, Ana (3)?”

Ana: “I’ve been with ABC Company for 3 years now.”

Now you can see the Rule of 3 at work! 🧠

✅ Why it works:

As humans, we like hearing our own names—it makes us feel seen, secure, and valued. But the real reason Sam does it? He wants to remember Ana’s name. If you say a name 3 times within the first 3 minutes, your brain locks it in. 

Three Times in Three Minutes. Easy to remember, right? 

😅 What if you forget? No problem.

Try this:

You: “Hi there! Great to see you again! Could you please remind me of your name one more time?”

Them: “Oh yes! It’s Ana. And you’re Sam, right?”

You: “That’s right! Ana—thank you! How’s your day going?”

💡 No apology needed. No awkwardness. The “Parrot Save” shows you care by repeating their name right back. It builds connection.

⭐ But the REAL Networking Mojo comes next: Apply the Rule of Three AGAIN. So by the time you have met them twice, you have already said their name 6-7 times. 

📊 Stat: 80% of people are more likely to do business with someone who makes them feel remembered and valued.

Source: Epsilon Research

🌐 Especially helpful if you’re:

1. Working in English as a second language

2. Navigating multicultural business environments

3. Trying to make strong impressions in new teams or events

This technique helps you build trust—and remember who’s who—fast.

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