BRICOLAGE AND GROWTH STRATEGIES: EFFECTS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF PALESTINIAN WOMEN-LED FIRMS

Ana M. Bojica (), Abeer Istanbouli () and Maria Del Mar Fuentes-Fuentes ()
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Ana M. Bojica: University of Granada, Spain, Campus de Cartuja, s/n, C.P. 18071, Spain
Abeer Istanbouli: University of Granada, Spain, Campus de Cartuja, s/n, C.P. 18071, Spain
Maria Del Mar Fuentes-Fuentes: University of Granada, Spain, Campus de Cartuja, s/n, C.P. 18071, Spain

Journal of Developmental Entrepreneurship (JDE), 2014, vol. 19, issue 04, 1-23

Abstract: This study explores the relationships between bricolage, firm performance and growth opportunities in contexts characterized by extreme resource scarcity. Using a sample of 160 Palestinian female entrepreneurs as representative of entrepreneurs acting in extremely resource-deprived environments, we find that bricolage has a positive influence on firm performance. Further, as predicted in the hypotheses, the role of bricolage differs depending on the type of strategy the firm develops. When firms seek to introduce new products/services or modifications in their current products/services, a high level of bricolage hinders performance. Conversely, when firms seek to expand by introducing their current products/services in new markets and opening new locations, bricolage enhances performance. This study offers a more nuanced understanding than previous research of the role of bricolage in contexts of extreme resource constraints.

Keywords: Bricolage; growth strategy; performance; female entrepreneurs; Palestine (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2014
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