abstract A characteristic of studies seeking to explain the structure and operation of networks
is the use of Granovetter's strong and weak tie hypothesis. Whilst this hypothesis has …

Although it is now well established that networks contribute to entrepreneurship by
extending the individual entrepreneurial asset base of human, social, market, financial and …

It is now recognized that to broaden our understanding about networks more qualitative and
longitudinal work is required that examines transformation and the change processes of …

In previous research, entrepreneurs' social networks are expected to influence
entrepreneurial success because they give access to resources. This is confirmed in this …

This paper explores the links between the theory and practices of marketing and small
business. The review of the literature highlights the close association of the more advanced …

Entrepreneurs use their social network to start businesses. According to Burt (1992), low
redundancy in the social network promotes entrepreneurial success. In non-redundant …

The entrepreneurial context provides a fertile arena for the study of networks. This qualitative
study critically examines the nature, content and process of strong ties, which are found to …

Based on social network theory, this article investigates the distribution of networking roles
and responsibilities in entrepreneurial founding teams. Its focus is on the team as a …

Increased urbanization in many societies is having a negative impact on vitality of rural
areas. To maintain the vitality of these areas governments have employed a variety of …

This study empirically tests the fundamental assumption that social networks are important to
entrepreneurs. This assumption underpins most social network research conducted in the …