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From Rational to Wise Action: Recasting Our Theories of Entrepreneurship

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  • Laura Dunham, 2010. "From Rational to Wise Action: Recasting Our Theories of Entrepreneurship," Journal of Business Ethics, Springer, vol. 92(4), pages 513-530, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:kap:jbuset:v:92:y:2010:i:4:p:513-530
    DOI: 10.1007/s10551-009-0170-5
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