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Capital
by: Laurence Prusak & Don Cohen
Presented by:
Aman Pachisia
Saurav Pattanaik
Outline
What is Social Capital
Enemies of Social Capital
How to Invest in Social Capital
Demerits of too much Social Capital
Conclusion
Social
that
Lack of
Knowledge on
how to invest on it
-There is a
difference between
theory and practical
implementation
Capital Offences
Companies thrive when they have dense social networks,
but
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trust
Trust
building
can
backfire
management is too heavy-handed
or
if
Fostering Cooperation
Adversity or opportunity-impulse is to pull together
Ex-Malden Mills
Give people a common sense of purpose
Ex-Johnson & Johnson
Adverse situations Noble goals & inspirational leadership can draw people
together
Give their work meaning beyond the need to earn a living
feel
Ex-UPS
Fostering Cooperation
Sharing ownership
Reward teamwork & signal its importance
Bonuses-more importance to group & corporate
shared beliefs
Support ideas that are narrow or wrong
Prevent people from challenging one another
with tough questions
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innovation
Ex-Digital Equipment , Polaroid
In general effects of social capital are positive
Engagement, collaboration,loyalty,persistence
& dedication are important benefits
Ex- UPS, HP, Russell Reynolds, SAS
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Authenticity in
Management
Conclusion
The social capital that used to be given in organizations