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. Women around the world collect one-of-a-kind Kendra Scott jewelry, known for being not only luxurious but affordable. And beyond brightening women's day with semi-precious gemstones, Scott has made it hear mission to build a company that prioritizes work-life balance, for both women and men. She has succeeded in creating a workplace where woman are thriving: 96% of its employees are women. Kendra Scott also commits a portion of its profits to charities that support women and children. To learn how she built this company from the ground up, overcoming considerable adversity, check out "Kendra Scott Fashions Success For Women and Her Company." For more ideas how companies can support women and families, see "Penny Pennington Is Committed To Growth--Of Families." 

From customizing your jewelry to your career and your life, Kendra built a company around uplifting others.

Thanks to trailblazing business leaders, Social Capital is alive and well in America.

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Kendra Scott grew up in a small town in Wisconsin, launching her now billion-dollar-plus jewelry company from a spare bedroom with $500. In this candid memoir, she reveals how she built a life of purpose and a company known for giving back, one step at a time--while raising three children. If you're in search of ideas on how to realize your vision for a better future--for yourself, your team and your community--you won't want to miss this fascinating and honest tale of entrepreneurial leadership and conscious capitalism. 

Celebrate the arrival of 2023 with the Rock and Roll Record Bowl. Artist Jeff Davis has recycled LPs into handmade serving bowls produced in Philadelphia that are perfect for your next party. The bowls are completely sealed and hand washable. If you're looking for a way to bring a rock and roll vibe to your next get-together, set the scene with these unique accents from Uncommon Goods ($30).

The Social Capital Reader Favorites for 2022: The most-read articles of the year offer incredible insights and optimism for the year to come. And for more stories like this, sign up for our weekly newsletter here. 

Only 35% of organizations now offer paid maternity leave, down from 53% in 2020, according to the 2022 Employer Benefits Survey by SHRM. Social Capital leaders realize that generous benefits supporting families are an investment in the future of their companies, their workforce and society, and many offer policies the rival the best government programs. For ideas on exactly what they're doing to support families, see "Family Still Matters: CEOs Who Support America's Most Important Institution."

The Social Capital movement is, at its heart, a conversation between leaders who care about the impact of their work and are willing to make decisions that reflect their company's values--decisions that often require an investment of time, resources and money. They understand that making this quarter's numbers is a hollow victory if their organization is not treating the people in its orbit well, and that includes their team members, their customers and their community. If you missed our Thanksgiving retrospective, "Giving Thanks for Social Capital in Action," now is the perfect time to check it out for 10 inspiring ways that CEOs are taking care of people. 

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