Resilience in Action: Women Microbusiness Owners Surviving and Thriving

Cynthia L. Sherman (), Britnay Haddox, Crystal Lopez, Jacqueline Cortes and Ekin Pehlivan
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Cynthia L. Sherman: California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI)
Britnay Haddox: CSUCI Extended University
Crystal Lopez: California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI)
Jacqueline Cortes: California Lutheran University
Ekin Pehlivan: California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI)

Chapter Chapter 24 in The Palgrave Handbook of Change and Resilience at Work, 2025, pp 503-518 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This chapter explores the resilience and well-being of female microbusiness owners during multiple community crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, through a socio-ecological lens. Utilizing in-depth interviews with nine female entrepreneurs and a non-profit director, the study highlights the crucial role of social support systems, such as family, friends, and community organizations, in fostering entrepreneurial resilience. The socio-ecological model categorizes these support systems into four levels: society and policy, communities and organizations, close relationships, and individuals. The findings demonstrate that resilience, coping strategies, and support networks are pivotal for sustaining well-being and business continuity amidst adversity. The study contributes to understanding how microbusiness owners navigate complex social environments and offers practical strategies for enhancing entrepreneurial well-being.

Keywords: Resilience; Female entrepreneurs; Microbusiness; Social support; Socio-ecological Model; COVID-19; Well-being (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-91493-5_24

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