While garnering social capital has always been essential to internal corporate collaboration, it has become even more critical for every hybrid employee, remote-working person, or solo entrepreneur today. Simply having the skills to do a particular job is no longer sufficient because our hybrid offices have made many people invisible. Your ability to partner with team members, make an impression, network in your industry, and stay ripe for opportunities depends on the strength of your professional relationships and communication skills.
Building Social Capital When You Work Remotely
Five ways remote workers, freelancers, and contractors can stay top of mind — even when out of sight.
May 15, 2023
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Summary.
While social capital has always been integral to collaboration at work, it is essential for every hybrid and remote employee and for solo entrepreneurs. Since this work has rendered many of these employees less visible, it has become non-negotiable for these employees to invest in their own interpersonal relationships. Just like any other currency, social capital can be earned, invested and spent. The author suggests five strategies for these employees to grow their social capital intentionally: 1) Be gracious with your time, 2) communicate strategically and with intention, 3) track your efforts, 4) stay on top of your inbox, and 5) be generous and practice gratitude.