I've studied friendship for 10 years: 4 questions to move beyond small talk and make new friends
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By CNBC
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After a decade researching human connections, Anna Goldfarb reveals how to transform casual acquaintances into meaningful friendships. Her research-backed approach focuses on four strategic questions that help identify genuine compatibility and shared values. Rather than relying on surface-level conversations, these targeted inquiries enable people to assess emotional depth, mutual interests, and authentic connection potential, moving relationships beyond superficial pleasantries toward real friendship foundations.
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