Dropping Names

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Dropping Names

Have you ever known or met someone who can't help but drop names? You know - how they summered at the Hamptons with the Barlows - "THE Barlows? The Phoenix Barlows?"

Most of us can't get away from these bores fast enough. We try to catch someone's eye and will them to come over and take our place. We hope our cell phone rings. Sometimes we even lie and say we have our phones on vibrate and we have to take this very important call.

ANYTHING to escape the agony.

That's because these bores drop names incorrectly and for no reason other than their own egos.

Most of us know or have met some pretty important - if not famous - people, too. There are correct ways to drop these names. Properly done, they can help you in interviews. After all - we're viewed according to the people we associate with. Done incorrectly , however, and you'll only impress yourself.

Low key. Football coaches scold players who do ridiculous touchdown dances by telling them to act like they've been in the end zone before. Likewise, don't make a big production when you mention taking a meeting at the local billionaire's house. If you know a celebrity, don't make it the center of the interview - just mention it in passing.

Don't be coy. If you're dropping a name, then use the name. Don't say, "a particular red-headed actress who starred in Pretty Woman." Say Julia Roberts' name. You may think you're building suspense, but by being coy, you'll come off as pompous.

Be organic. Only drop a name if it legitimately comes up naturally. Don't force the issue or you'll be seen like the bore we all try to avoid. And hiring managers will avoid hiring you.

IN THE CARAVAN: Drop names organically and in a low-key manor.

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