On our weekly Wednesday day dives I often get paired with less experienced divers because of my experience. I always ask how many dives they’ve done and where they did them. I also ask a few questions about their gear so I know what their using and they become more familiar with it. If I get to pick my buddy I like divers that are organized and get geared up in a timely manner. This often tells me they are focused on the task at hand. I still ask the same questions because it can often lead to another dive at a spot I have never been or even thought to go.