After every answer, ask follow-up — doubles social liking 2x.

Write 15 min about best version of self in 5 years — you may see self.

Don't ask "be my mentor" — ask "20 min on specific decision" 6 times until relationship becomes natural.

Read draft aloud. Every stumble = sentence needing edit.

After a deep talk, ask: "What do I need to ask that I haven't?" — a trust revealer.

Replace the rote "how are you" with "what was the best part of your week?".