Influential factors of network changes: Dynamic network ties and sustainable startup embeddedness

Keidel J, Bican P, Riar FJ (2021)


Publication Type: Journal article, Original article

Publication year: 2021

Journal

Book Volume: 13

Article Number: 6184

Journal Issue: 11

DOI: 10.3390/su13116184

Abstract

This research investigated influential factors on changes in networks of startups through a qualitative exploratory case study approach. Based on interviews with founders in Germany and selected stakeholders in entrepreneurial networks combined with a network mapping approach, we developed a framework of influential factors on network changes. In essence, this framework categorizes factors into sustainable resource acquisition, knowledge and skill acquisition, interpersonal factors, and interorganizational factors. Overall, our research contributes to a better understanding of factors that impact network changes by providing a construct with potential for theoretical standardization. In addition, this research offers important managerial implications.

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APA:

Keidel, J., Bican, P., & Riar, F.J. (2021). Influential factors of network changes: Dynamic network ties and sustainable startup embeddedness. Sustainability, 13(11). https://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su13116184

MLA:

Keidel, Julia, Peter Bican, and Frederik J. Riar. "Influential factors of network changes: Dynamic network ties and sustainable startup embeddedness." Sustainability 13.11 (2021).

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