Welcome to the latest edition of the Social Capital Newsletter. Social Capital is an intangible asset at the heart of a new and dynamic view of success, one that is changing business and the world as we know it during one of the most difficult and turbulent times in recent history. Empathy is a hot buzz word these days, with many leaders doing soul searching on how to create environments that prioritize the wellbeing of their workers, customers and community. But empathy can have a dark side, as renowned business coach and author Marshall Goldsmith discusses in a candid conversation with IBT Times Editor-at-Large Chris Benguhe. Social Capital leaders won't want to miss "Starting Revelations Link Business and Life Success," which includes a video interview. 

Marshall Goldsmith shares compelling insights from his new book, 'An Earned Life.'

The movement is inspiring other business leaders to do the same.

Building the Case for Caring in Business
Heart Equals Smart Business 
Family Matters: 10 CEOs Who Support Our Most Important Institution

Friday Forward started out as then-CEO Bob Glazer's note to his 40 employees at Acceleration Partners. Today it reaches more than 200,000 leaders around the world. In Friday Forward, Glazer shares 52 stories written to inspire you to be your best self as a leader. With his messaging syncing up perfectly with Social Capital ideals, we recommend making a reading from this book a part of your weekly routine. Glazer shared his ideas on bringing your A game to leadership in today's business environment his recent article "Constant Chaos and Leadership Burnout." 

Wellbeing is having its moment. And you don't have to travel far to reboot your energy. The Ultimate Eastern and Western Bluebird House from JC's Wildlife ($62.45) makes that easy to do in your own backyard. Even better, it's made with recycled poly lumber, so it's easy on the environment. Embracing wellbeing is an important part of the Social Capital movement, and you can read more about in "The Wellbeing Factor."

In an exclusive sit down, Delta CEO Ed Bastian reveals the reasons behind the recent avalanche of flight cancellations, why Delta and every airline made mistakes and what they are doing to fix it.

Americans are notorious for not taking their vacations. But that's changed in recent months, as more people are realizing how important it is to recharge. A recent Destination Analysts survey taken earlier this year found that nearly 88% of Americans had plans in place for a trip. We're glad that Social Capital CEOs have been in the forefront of encouraging employees to make the most of their benefits, including paid time off. It's the best burnout-prevention plan we know.

One of the most important indicators of whether people enjoy their work is how their job affects their family life. No one knows that better than Social Capital CEO Penny Pennington, managing partner of Edward Jones. In Penny Pennington is Committed to Growth, she shares the family-oriented philosophy that makes Edward Jones a shining example of the Social Capital movement. 

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