Social Capital and Reputation

Hey, Goal Crushers and Dream Chasers!

Today I want to cover Social Capital and Reputation.

- Why are they important?

- How to build them?

- What is their impact?

Social Capital is the size and quality of your relationships.

Reputation is the beliefs or opinions held on you, good or bad.

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Why are they important?

It effects both personal and professional spheres of your life.

3 reasons:

1. Better opportunities

2. Stronger relationships

3. Increased trust

Your opportunity for growth skyrockets. Mentally, physically, and financially.

Your network is your net worth. With high value relationships come motivation and inspiration.

Word of mouth overpowers distrust and haters. Still, don't abuse this privilege. Your reputation is at stake.

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Building social capital and reputation.

How does one build this precious resource?

A number of ways:

- Network

- Volunteer

- Active in community

You must maintain a presence that solves problems in your community and manage your relationships for maximum value. Both physical and digital.

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The Impact on Society.

Those with social capital and reputation have a few effects.

- Influence social dynamics

- Shape communities

You can promote social cohesion and collective action or cause division and chaos.

Those without it suffer from isolation and exclusion. You can be their light in the darkness.

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In conclusion

We have learned the importance of social capital in creating opportunity and building relationships.

How to build presence by networking and problem solving.

And lastly how those with it can impact their community.

Are you building your relationships or letting them drift away?