This week in the roundup, the importance of compassionate listening, how empathy plays a role in recruiting, the power of a handwritten note, B2B relationship building, and more.

The plus and minus of empathy – This HR Capitalist blog shares the strengths and weaknesses of empathy in potential job candidates. Read the article here: http://bit.ly/SRPraZ.

The power of handwriting – Our written communication has become overly reliant on technology. All the more reason to surprise someone with a hand written note. This SmartBrief article dives into what our handwriting says about us. Read it here: http://bit.ly/QdjKe9.

Compassionate listening – Always an advocate for this underutilized relationship building skill, this Start-Up Nation blog shares the opportunities in fine tuning your ear. Read it here: http://bit.ly/RwMXjT.

Social in the workplace – Edelman’s digital expert David Armano talks social collaboration and B2B relationship building in this PSFK interview. Read it here: http://bit.ly/PXzFuO.

Just plain cool – If you’re in early preparation mode for the holiday season here’s a travel solution your gift recipient will never forget. Read about it here: http://bit.ly/T5g5xJ.

Kibibi Springs is myGreenlight’s Program & Community Director.