Entrepreneurial action in the context of firms and managers operating internationally: An empirical study

Abstract

This exploratory study draws on entrepreneurial action theory, and proposes a theoretical framework to understand the main rationale for companies and their managers to have an international presence. The perspectives of managers representing four international companies operating in the state of Western Australia were examined through in-depth face-to-face interviews. The findings revealed various strong associations with the theory. Notably, while firms' action was partly motivated by the significance of Western Australia's natural resources, equally important were strategic elements surrounding such decision, including matching or anticipating competitors' moves. Entrepreneurial action was also manifested among participants, particularly in that their accumulated knowledge and expertise provided an ideal fit with their organisations' goals. The framework can therefore inform future research, from both a practical and a theoretical perspective.

Document Type

Journal Article

Date of Publication

2018

Volume

11

Issue

4

Publication Title

Journal for International Business and Entrepreneurship Development

Publisher

InderScience Publishers

School

School of Business and Law

Comments

Alonso, A. D., & Kok, S. (2018). Entrepreneurial action in the context of firms and managers operating internationally: An empirical study. Journal for International Business and Entrepreneurship Development, 11(4), 343-362. https://doi.org/10.1504/JIBED.2018.098716

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First Page

343

Last Page

362

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10.1504/JIBED.2018.098716