Cameron has built up a wide network of contacts, clients, and local business neighbors since moving to Centerville five years ago. Throughout his home-based marketing career, he has regularly and frequently networked with these business associates online, by phone, and in person-often through local community events. As he considers leaving his marketing career to become an owner/manager of a local business, he will rely upon the ________ that he has developed with these individuals to ensure a successful transition to a new career.
A)knowledge management
B)competitive advantages
C)social capital
D)emotional intelligence
E)specialist skills

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The network of contacts, clients, and local business neighbors that Cameron has developed is an example of social capital. Social capital refers to the network of relationships among people who live and work in a particular society, enabling that society to function effectively. In this case, Cameron's social capital can help him transition to a new career by providing him with access to business opportunities, resources, and support from his network of contacts.

Cameron Has Built Up a Wide Network of Contacts, Clients