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Turning Social Capital into Real Capital

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This interpretive research study analyzes organizations’ ability to increase capital and financial gains through the integration of social communications among workers and other stakeholders. Using Vygotsky’s social capital theory as a framework, it is recommended that businesses focus on building more systemic and systematic interpersonal, online, and social relationships as a valid means for competitive advantage and increased profitability.
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