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Personal networks and growth aspirations: a case study of second-generation, Muslim, female entrepreneurs

Authors: Jay Mitra, Asma Basit

Published in: Small Business Economics | Issue 1/2021

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We explore critically the personal networks of second-generation, British-born Muslim female entrepreneurs. Our qualitative study uses preference theory and egocentric network analysis to understand how developing and navigating personal networks affect growth aspirations. Nineteen in-depth interviews are carried out to explore the nature of network ties using sociograms. We find that the personal networks of second-generation female entrepreneurs of Pakistani origin are a product of gender, culture and religion, where choices in kinship, friendship and business or professional ties in those networks, are underpinned by the complex mix of gender, culture and religion. Kinship and ethnicity are kept at bay while religion and mistrust inform their choices for gendered business growth activities. The findings of the study provide new insights into personal perspectives on aspirations for growth induced by network ties of female entrepreneurs. This should contribute to a critical and a more nuanced understanding of female and minority entrepreneurship. We conclude with particular implications for entrepreneurship theory and practice.

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The five pillars of Islamic faith have different, heuristic and practical connotations for Pakistani female entrepreneurs and their aspirations. They are referred to here as a set of values to which they subscribe and with which they bond with other Muslims. We do not attempt to evaluate their specific impact on business activities.

In order to preserve the anonymity of the respondents, surrogate names are used throughout the paper.

‘Barakah’ is an extension of religious commandment which guarantees food to every living being on earth.

Arabic word, which literally means ‘community’

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Title: Personal networks and growth aspirations: a case study of second-generation, Muslim, female entrepreneurs
Authors: Jay Mitra
Asma Basit
Publication date: 18-06-2019
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Small Business Economics / Issue 1/2021
Print ISSN: 0921-898X
Electronic ISSN: 1573-0913
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11187-019-00211-3

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