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Understanding family dynamics and entrepreneurship: A grounded theory analysis of opportunity-driven entrepreneurs in Turkey

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  • Neslihan Turnalar-Çetinkaya

    (MEF University)

  • Güler İslamoğlu

    (Marmara University)

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There is currently limited understanding of the effects of family-related factors on entrepreneurial activity. In this study, we aimed to explore characteristics of family systems among opportunity-driven entrepreneurs using a constructivist grounded theory methodology. In-depth interviews were conducted with 10 Turkish male entrepreneurs working in the technology industry and their wives. Analysis of these 20 interviews revealed a substantive conceptual model of entrepreneurs’ family systems that comprised three themes reflecting the fundamentals of family life, namely marriage, the wife, and the husband. These themes included 11 categories. Our findings offer insights into the family patterns, dynamics, and demographics of entrepreneurs that have theoretical and practical implications.

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  • Neslihan Turnalar-Çetinkaya & Güler İslamoğlu, 2024. "Understanding family dynamics and entrepreneurship: A grounded theory analysis of opportunity-driven entrepreneurs in Turkey," Journal of Global Entrepreneurship Research, Springer;UNESCO Chair in Entrepreneurship, vol. 14(1), pages 1-15, December.
  • Handle: RePEc:spr:jglont:v:14:y:2024:i:1:d:10.1007_s40497-024-00378-4
    DOI: 10.1007/s40497-024-00378-4
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