Business networks of women entrepreneurs: an analysis of the expectation and reality of factors that affect trust in a business network

Moletta, Juliana; Carvalho, Gustavo Dambiski Gomes de; Nascimento, Revenli Fernanda do; Barboza, Bertiene Maria Lack; Resende, Luis Maurício; Pontes, Joseane

doi:10.1007/s10845-021-01834-8

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“…There are numerous motivational factors for women's entrepreneurship, such as business networks, push and pull factors, heuristics and sociocultural factors, that influence firm performance. The creation of market linkage motivates women entrepreneurs in both networking channels (Thaher et al, 2021;Moletta et al, 2023). Global entrepreneurship monitor has given a term to understand their meaning that is necessity and opportunity propelled entrepreneurship (Raimi et al, 2023); heuristics factors help them to discover new opportunities, learnings and decision-making (Guercini and Milanesi, 2022); socio-cultural factors consist of values, attitudes, roles, culture, external environment and risk tolerance (Gyo †ri et al, 2019;Liu et al, 2021).…”

Section: General Model Of Entrepreneurial Successmentioning

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Indian women entrepreneurs: implications for personality characteristics

Kuhar,

Shunmugasundaram

2024

MRR

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Purpose Personality characteristics have a significant impact on the economic segment of women entrepreneurs. Due to gender biases or other factors, women entrepreneurs are fewer in India than in other countries. The purpose of this study is to identify the personality factors and challenges that affect their growth and success. Design/methodology/approach Logistic regression was used to show the impact of personality characteristics and firm performance and the moderating effect of challenges between personality characteristics and firm performance. Findings The findings revealed a significant impact of personality factors on firm performance, the absence of moderating effects of challenges and the presence of a mediation effect of enterprise age and enterprise location. Research limitations/implications This research will help policymakers adopt policies and plans to reduce obstacles and challenges so that the economic conditions of women’s entrepreneurship can transform. Social implications Women in the 21st century still live in a male-dominated patriarchal society because they face the problem of financial capital. Originality/value The results show the impact of personality traits and challenges on the firm performance of women’s entrepreneurship.

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“…The creation of market linkage motivates women entrepreneurs in both networking channels (Thaher et al. , 2021; Moletta et al. , 2023).…”

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Indian women entrepreneurs: implications for personality characteristics

Kuhar,

Shunmugasundaram

2024

MRR

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“…For instance, Mina, a fashion entrepreneur, used Instagram to showcase her unique designs and connect with customers worldwide. Through the strategic use of hashtags and collaborations with influencers, she was able to grow her brand exponentially and secure partnerships with major retailers (Akindote et al, 2024, Moletta, et. al., 2023.…”

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Innovating business practices: The impact of social media on fostering gender equality and empowering women entrepreneurs

Chidiogo Uzoamaka Akpuokwe,

Chidinma Favour Chikwe,

Nkechi Emmanuella Eneh

2024

Magna Sci. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Social media has emerged as a powerful tool for fostering gender equality and empowering women entrepreneurs by providing them with unprecedented access to resources, networks, and markets. This abstract explores the impact of social media on innovating business practices to promote gender equality and empower women entrepreneurs. Social media platforms have democratized access to information and resources, enabling women entrepreneurs to overcome traditional barriers to entry in business. By leveraging social media, women entrepreneurs can build and expand their networks, access mentorship and support, and showcase their products and services to a global audience. Additionally, social media provides a platform for women to collaborate, share experiences, and advocate for gender equality in entrepreneurship. The impact of social media on gender equality in entrepreneurship extends beyond individual empowerment to systemic change. Social media campaigns and movements have raised awareness about gender biases and discrimination, leading to increased calls for gender-inclusive policies and practices in business. Moreover, social media has enabled women to access funding and investment opportunities, breaking down traditional barriers to capital that have hindered women's entrepreneurial endeavors. Overall, social media has revolutionized business practices by empowering women entrepreneurs to overcome barriers, access resources, and advocate for gender equality. However, challenges remain, including online harassment and cyberbullying, digital skills gaps, and the digital divide. Addressing these challenges requires a multi-stakeholder approach, including government intervention, private sector initiatives, and civil society engagement, to ensure that social media remains a force for positive change in fostering gender equality and empowering women entrepreneurs.

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“…This can result in more superficial business conversations, with some men being less open (or more reluctant) to engage with women, thus preventing interaction. Women are also less likely to be admitted to certain mixed business networks (Moletta et al, 2021), where male entrepreneurs tend to invite other male contacts from their networks to events or appointments, effecting a cycle of exclusion. Consequently, females may have less useful business connections and gendered access to new and relevant business information.…”

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Pursuing entrepreneurial opportunities is not a choice: the interplay between gender norms, contextual embeddedness, and (in)equality mechanisms in entrepreneurial contexts

Stoker,

Rossano-Rivero,

Davis

et al. 2024

IJEBR

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PurposeAll entrepreneurs interact simultaneously with multiple entrepreneurial contexts throughout their entrepreneurial journey. This conceptual paper has two central aims: (1) it synthesises the current literature on gender and entrepreneurship, and (2) it increases our understanding of how gender norms, contextual embeddedness and (in)equality mechanisms interact within contexts. Illustrative contexts that are discussed include entrepreneurship education, business networks and finance.Design/methodology/approachThis conceptual paper draws upon extant literature to develop its proposed conceptual framework. It provides suggestions for systemic policy interventions as well as pointing to promising paths for future research.FindingsA literature-generated conceptual framework is developed to explain and address the systemic barriers faced by opportunity-driven women as they engage in entrepreneurial contexts. This conceptual framework visualises the interplay between gender norms, contextual embeddedness and inequality mechanisms to explain systemic disparities. An extra dimension is integrated in the framework to account for the power of agency within women and with others, whereby agency, either individually or collectively, may disrupt and subvert the current interplay with inequality mechanisms.Originality/valueThis work advances understanding of the underrepresentation of women entrepreneurs. The paper offers a conceptual framework that provides policymakers with a useful tool to understand how to intervene and increase contextual embeddedness for all entrepreneurs. Additionally, this paper suggests moving beyond “fixing” women entrepreneurs and points towards disrupting systemic disparities to accomplish this contextual embeddedness for all entrepreneurs. By doing so, this research adds to academic knowledge on the construction and reconstruction of gender in the field of entrepreneurship.

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Business networks of women entrepreneurs: an analysis of the expectation and reality of factors that affect trust in a business network

Cited by 8 publications

References 63 publications

Indian women entrepreneurs: implications for personality characteristics

Indian women entrepreneurs: implications for personality characteristics

Innovating business practices: The impact of social media on fostering gender equality and empowering women entrepreneurs

Pursuing entrepreneurial opportunities is not a choice: the interplay between gender norms, contextual embeddedness, and (in)equality mechanisms in entrepreneurial contexts

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