10 things to do when you first meet someone if you want them to remember you forever

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We all strive to be memorable. But leaving a great first impression takes some effort.

As it turns out, with the right words and actions, almost anyone can create a captivating presence.

To help you figure out how to do this, we looked at the answers posted on Quora in response to the question, "How do I become more memorable when meeting someone for the first time?"

Here were some of our favorite tips for making yourself memorable when you first meet someone new:

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1. Put on your talking hat

If you actively participate in the conversation, you're more likely to get noticed.

Julian Reisinger, a Quora user and co-founder of Lovelifesolved.com, wrote that by asking questions, showing interest, and sharing stories or anecdotes, you're more likely to make a lasting impression and forge a connection with someone.

"People will never remember the guy who just stands there and says nothing," Reisinger writes.

2. Be blunt, controversial, and honest

Most people avoid saying anything controversial — especially when meeting someone for the first time — because they want to play it safe to ensure everyone likes them.

But if you really want to be memorable, you may want to make a statement — without insulting anyone or saying something offensive, of course.

"You can't become memorable by always playing it safe," Reisinger writes.

That doesn't mean you have to be an outlier, but by speaking your mind firmly and clearly and having an opinion, you will become more interesting and as a result more memorable, he writes.

3. Be a little bit unusual

Breaking out of the cultural norm is an easy way to stick out, Reisinger writes, but try to stick out in a positive way.

For example, he suggests coming up with humorous and unique answers to the typical introductory questions such as "How are you?" or "What do you do?"

While coming up with scripted answers may seem like a pain, he points out that you will have to answer these questions thousands of times throughout your life anyway, so it's well worth the effort.

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