New Book from Arizona State University on Workplace Relationships in the Digital Age

Seth Rachlin, a faculty member at Arizona State University's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, and co-author John Burrows are releasing their new book titled "Social Capital at Work" on November 10, 2026.

With thirty years of experience in management and technology consulting, Seth Rachlin focuses on the challenges of building meaningful relationships in today's business world, dominated by digital tools and efficiency-oriented technologies. The book argues that while technology succeeds in information distribution, it often overlooks elements such as human interaction, trust, and commitment.

The work presents eight practical strategies to help professionals strengthen their social capital. These strategies include methods such as conducting a "dependency audit" and prioritizing face-to-face interactions. Rachlin emphasizes that building relationships is not a distraction from business success but a fundamental component of it.