“I’m sure there’s a song you could hear, maybe even a few notes, that take you back to when you’re a teenager,” Kwik says. The same goes for certain foods or smells. 

He explains that while the song, snack, or scent may be forgettable on its own, it’s likely tied to an emotion or memory, which makes it unforgettable. For that reason, Kwik recommends tying emotion to your initial meeting. 

“Ask yourself, ‘Why do I want to remember this person’s name, and how will that make them feel? How would that make me feel?'” he says. You just need one answer! A few examples could include: