Friendship is tied by itself. If you have lots in common it occurs by itself, but if your interests don't match what you would not do friendship is not. Only very difficult to be just friends with a beautiful girl. You will necessarily have deeper feelings and it will interfere with the friendship.
Listen sincerely. When was the last time someone stared into your eyes, smiled, and asked how you were doing and "meant it" while doing it? A genuine listener is hard to find, especially nowadays when everyone's eyes are fixated on their phone. When someone speaks, give your attention to them. They will feel it and appreciate it.