Everything on Institutional Trust

Social capital, defined as the trust and truth-telling provided by institutional leaders, is as important as financial capital. Business leaders must defend factual integrity and institutional norms to maintain the stability of the economic system.

Impact: Positions CEOs as key guardians of democratic and economic stability, enhancing their legitimacy and influence in both business and political spheres.

— from Navigating Political Uncertainty for C-Suite Leaders · HBR IdeaCast· Mar 17, 2026