The impact of social networks on “Born Globals”: a case of de-internationalisation

Huang, Q., Osabutey, E. L.C., Ji, J. and Meng, L. (2017) The impact of social networks on “Born Globals”: a case of de-internationalisation. In: Ojo, S. (ed.) Diasporas and Transnational Entrepreneurship in Global Contexts. Series: Advances in business strategy and competitive advantage. IGI Global: Hershey, PA, pp. 152-172. ISBN 9781522519911 (doi: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1991-1.ch009)

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Abstract

This paper aims to explore the role and impact of entrepreneurs’ social networks on the internationalisation of “Born Global” firms, in particular, its de-internationalisation process. The research is based on a case study approach and adopts a series of face to face and online qualitative longitudinal interviews. It provides some useful insights into the relationship management of “Born Global” entrepreneurs and unveils some negative impacts of social networks on the initiation of ‘de-internationalisation’. The study reveals the importance of online social networks, high-tech communications and contemporary management techniques for “Born Global” entrepreneurs.

Item Type:Book Sections
Status:Published
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Ji, Dr Junzhe
Authors: Huang, Q., Osabutey, E. L.C., Ji, J., and Meng, L.
Subjects:H Social Sciences > HF Commerce
College/School:College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Management
Publisher:IGI Global
ISBN:9781522519911
Copyright Holders:Copyright © 2017 IGI Global
First Published:First published in Diasporas and Transnational Entrepreneurship in Global Contexts: 152-172
Publisher Policy:Reproduced in accordance with the publisher copyright policy

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