Motivation and Barriers for Business Start-Up among Graduates: A Gender Difference

Garba, Abubakar; Aliyu, Lami Rahama

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“…Kloviene and Speziale (2015) concluded that the development and sustainability of most SMEs emanate from the external support or financial boosting from their external networks. Garba and Aliyu (2017) asserted that high-growth SMEs are positioned in selected markets where they thrive using sophisticated innovation technology. Odoom (2016) expressed the importance for SMEs to introduce new products in the markets in which they serve.…”

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Impact of sustainability strategies on small- and medium-sized enterprises in Zimbabwe

Majukwa¹,

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Dwyer

2020

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PurposeThis qualitative multiple-case study aims to explore strategies that owners of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Zimbabwe use to sustain their businesses.Design/methodology/approachThe participants of this study consisted of owners of SMEs purposefully selected who were successful in implementing sustainable strategies for over five years. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with each participant to gain a deeper understanding of their experience in implementing sustainable strategies for SMEs. The general systems theory, which specifies the relationship and interaction of a system and its environment, was applied as a framework to explain the sustainability strategies for SMEs in Zimbabwe.FindingsFour major themes emerged from data analysis: passion and dedication, quality of products and services, customer satisfaction and employing staff with the right skills.Practical implicationsThis study may lead owners of SMEs to create growth strategies for their businesses, increase revenue for the country and create long-term job opportunities for the communities.Originality/valueThe findings from the study addressed the gap on the existing literature and contribute to the body of knowledge on effective business practices, particularly for SMEs in Zimbabwe and other developing economies. The results of the study could catalyze a positive social change by improving workforce capabilities, creating awareness of the success of entrepreneurs in Zimbabwe and increasing the interest of financial institutions in lending to SMEs.

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Section: Contribution Of Small-and Medium-sized Enterprises To Economic and Social Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

Impact of sustainability strategies on small- and medium-sized enterprises in Zimbabwe

Majukwa¹,

Fan

Dwyer

2020

WJEMSD

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Motivation and Barriers for Business Start-Up among Graduates: A Gender Difference

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Impact of sustainability strategies on small- and medium-sized enterprises in Zimbabwe

Impact of sustainability strategies on small- and medium-sized enterprises in Zimbabwe

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