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The role of personal relationships in inter-firm alliances: Benefits, dysfunctions, and some suggestions

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  • Adobor, Henry, 2006. "The role of personal relationships in inter-firm alliances: Benefits, dysfunctions, and some suggestions," Business Horizons, Elsevier, vol. 49(6), pages 473-486.
  • Handle: RePEc:eee:bushor:v:49:y:2006:i:6:p:473-486
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