Many names which seem to present difficulties upon first hearing them
simply need a little attention and analysis. At times when names have
escaped you, you have gone back to the alphabet and by running over
the letters have found that the first letter suggested the name wanted.
Some names which are apparently difficult will be easily remembered if
you will notice that the first syllable of the name is a noun and has a
definite meaning.
You meet Mr. Carruthers. This name presents considerable difficulty
until you notice that the first three letters spell the simple word
"car." By visually associating the object "car" with his face and
repeating the name Carruthers a couple of times, you will find no
difficulty in recalling the name.
Note these examples of this method of using the first syllable for the
Name Picture:
Mr. Bellamy--bell
Mr. Reardon--rear
Mr. Raymond--ray
Mr. Seagraves--sea
Mr. Ringling--ring
Mr. Burroughs--burr
Mr. Dennison--den
Mr. Bushnell--bush
Mr. Boardman--board
Mr. Pierson--pier
[Illustration]
Practice with this idea by using the face here as Mr. Woodhead. See a
stick of wood on his head, pile it there and see it roll off, don't be
afraid to make strong, unusual Name Pictures. You will not have to
tell the man how you remembered his name, but to do it will be one of
your greatest business assets.