JOURNAL OF ENTERPRISING CULTURE
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Innovation Through Cultural Insights
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Dimensions of Entrepreneurship:
The journal investigates how different cultural contexts affect entrepreneurial behavior, decision-making, and outcomes. It examines the influence of societal norms, values, and practices on entrepreneurs. - Entrepreneurial Processes and Methodologies:
Research published in the journal often explores various methodologies applicable to entrepreneurship research, including qualitative approaches such as grounded theory and case studies, emphasizing reflexivity and adaptability. - Family Business Dynamics:
A consistent theme in the journal is the exploration of family businesses, particularly how family dynamics influence entrepreneurial strategies, succession planning, and resilience. - Innovation and Entrepreneurial Orientation:
The journal presents studies on the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation and innovation, focusing on how these factors contribute to firm performance and competitive advantage. - Social Networks and Support Systems:
Research often delves into the role of informal social networks and institutional support in fostering entrepreneurship, highlighting their importance in various cultural and economic settings.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Entrepreneurship and Technology Integration:
There is a notable increase in research related to digital entrepreneurship, exploring how technology influences entrepreneurial processes, firm performance, and market dynamics. - Diversity in Entrepreneurship:
Recent publications emphasize the importance of diversity among entrepreneurs, including gender, cultural, and socioeconomic diversity, and how these factors impact entrepreneurial intentions and outcomes. - Sustainability and Social Entrepreneurship:
An emerging focus is on the intersection of entrepreneurship and sustainability, with studies investigating how entrepreneurs can address social and environmental challenges through innovative business models. - Impact of Institutional Environments:
Research exploring the role of institutional frameworks on entrepreneurship is on the rise, particularly in relation to how regulatory environments affect entrepreneurial activity in different regions. - Entrepreneurial Resilience and Adaptability:
The journal is increasingly publishing studies on the resilience of entrepreneurs, particularly in response to economic challenges and crises, highlighting the importance of adaptability in entrepreneurial success.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Entrepreneurship Models:
There appears to be a waning focus on conventional models of entrepreneurship that do not incorporate cultural or societal influences, as newer research emphasizes more complex and context-sensitive frameworks. - Generic Entrepreneurial Education:
Research centered on generic entrepreneurship education is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards more tailored educational approaches that consider local contexts and specific entrepreneurial challenges. - Single-Dimensional Performance Metrics:
The journal has seen a decline in studies that solely rely on traditional performance metrics for evaluating entrepreneurial success, as there is a growing recognition of the need for multidimensional assessments that include social and environmental impacts.
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