How to Never Forget Someone's Name (The 3-Step System That Actually Works) w/ Magician Bob Miller

I'm not the best with names — and honestly, I always assumed it was just a "me thing." Turns out, it's not a talent problem. It's a system problem. In this episode, I sit down with Bob Miller — former magician turned memory speaker and author of *Remember the Room* — to break down exactly how to remember the names of everyone in a room (yes, everyone). Bob walks us through his Look-Listen-Link framework, explains why names are "nonsense words" that your brain literally can't hold onto without a trick, and shares the three-step pre-event ritual that will completely change how you show up to networking events. We also get into the psychology of being *memorable yourself* — because connection is a two-way street. Whether you're a solopreneur who freezes when you run into someone you've met three times before, or you just want to stop doing the awkward "I know we've met but I blanked" shuffle — this one's for you. 📖 Bob's book: Remember the Room — available on Amazon (paperback, Kindle, audio) 🌐 Bob's website + free 20-week memory course: http://memorymagic.info/ 00:00 Introduction & Meet Bob Miller 01:52 How Bob Got Into Memory Work (The Accidental Origin Story) 03:08 The Moment That Changed Everything — 18 Names, One Room 04:15 The Secret: It's a Skill, Not a Gift 04:55 Step 1: LOOK — Choosing a Striking Feature 05:02 Step 2: LISTEN — Why Names Are "Nonsense Words" 06:07 Step 3: LINK — Making the Ridiculous Mental Image 07:20 What Happens When You Meet Two People With the Same Name 09:00 How to Use Names Strategically at Networking Events 09:23 What to Do When You Forget Someone's Name 15:00 Common Mistakes People Make at Networking Events 16:26 Bob's 3 Quick Tips Before You Walk Into an Event 17:45 The Name Image Spreadsheet (Bob's Secret Weapon) 19:32 What to Do With Names After the Event (The Database Strategy) 21:52 The Science: Why Hearing Your Own Name Feels Amazing 23:18 Weird Is Memorable — The Psychology Behind It 25:06 The First Step If You Want to Get Better at Names 26:21 Memory Palace, Journey Method & Other Systems Explained 30:59 What Magic Taught Bob About Being a Business Owner 32:24 How to Make Your Business Memorable (Jenna's Red Thread Strategy) 41:10 Memory Is Just a Tool — The Real Goal Is Connection 42:15 Bob's Final Advice + How to Find Him 43:08 Wrap-Up 💌 Join My Free Substack (Start Here!) Get instant access to my Notion Resource Guide + Marketing Stack Guide when you subscribe. Plus weekly tips on productivity, digital tools, AI, and ADHD-friendly organization systems. Want live support? Paid subscribers get monthly Notion office hours where you can ask questions, troubleshoot your setup, and learn alongside other neurodivergent entrepreneurs. 👉 Subscribe here: https://jennaredfield.substack.com/ ⸻ 📘 Ready to Master Notion? Notion F.O.U.N.D.A.T.I.O.N.S. Course — $97 Your ADHD-friendly toolkit for mastering Notion and organizing your entire digital life. Includes my complete system, templates, and the Simplify Your Digital Life bonus course. 👉 Get the course: https://notionfoundations.com/ ⸻ 💡 Need 1:1 Help? Book an Untangle Clarity Call — 90 minutes to simplify your offers, systems, and digital presence. Walk away with a clear plan and next steps. 👉 Book your session ($199): https://redthreadstudiomn.com/clarity ⸻ 🌐 Let's Stay Connected IG | TikTok | LinkedIn → @jennaredfield