Author
Saiyed, Abrarali Mohammadusmanali, Wierenga, M., Fernhaber, S. A., Nummela, N.
Publication Date
2023-10
Publication Place
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Elsevier
Subject
Challenge-based entrepreneurship, Emerging economy, International entrepreneurial action, Internationalization, Marginalized entrepreneurs
Type
Periodical
Language
English
Digital
Yes
Manuscript
No
Library
Özyeğin University
Library Asset ID
0969-5931
Record ID
aad7c8dc-820e-4aba-8621-6a8dec6e9a7f
Library Location
Entrepreneurship
Date
2023-10
Sample Text
Much of the growing literature on international entrepreneurship focuses on how positive circumstances, such as having prior international experience, business networks, or formal institutions lead to international entrepreneurial action and overlooks the role more challenging circumstances might play. In this study, we extend and refine challenge-based entrepreneurship theory to explore what influences international entrepreneurial action undertaken by marginalized entrepreneurs in an emerging economy. Despite widening economic and social disparities in emerging economies, little is known about entrepreneurs who have traditionally been “left behind.” Our findings suggest that these marginalized entrepreneurs have not only a set of liabilities but also advantages, including creative problem solving and perseverance, as well as local knowledge and networks. To spur the first-person international opportunity belief associated with international entrepreneurial action, an intermediary with resources and networks is needed to offset the liabilities. These intermediaries act as gatekeepers, helping some marginalized entrepreneurs but holding back others.
DOI
10.1016/j.ibusrev.2023.102163
Cilt
32
