1. What’s something you’re working on or thinking about lately that you’re excited about?

This pulls the conversation straight into energy and interests.

2. What’s something you’re curious about right now?

Curiosity reveals passions, side projects, and hidden fascinations.

3. What’s a recent moment that made your week better?

People share positive experiences that can spark natural follow-ups.

4. What’s a hobby or interest you’ve picked up (or returned to) recently?

This often uncovers surprising overlaps in interests.

5. Is there anything you’re trying to learn or get better at these days?

A great doorway into growth, goals, and shared learning.

6. What’s something you’ve been wanting to try but haven’t started yet?

A fun way to reveal aspirations and dormant interests.

7. What kinds of people or ideas are you hoping to connect with more?

This creates immediate opportunities for introductions and helpful collisions.

8. What’s the most interesting conversation you’ve had recently?

People tend to share what’s alive and meaningful in their world.

9. What’s something you love talking about that rarely comes up?

This uncovers people’s “hidden favorites” — often where real common ground lives.

10. What’s one small thing that has surprised you lately?

Surprises reveal what someone notices, values, and pays attention to a perfect setup for serendipitous connections.