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Thomas Zellweger
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Prof. Dr.
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Zellweger
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Thomas
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thomas.zellweger@unisg.ch
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+41 71 224 71 00
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PublicationFrom Longevity of Firms to transgenerational Entrepreneurship of Families : Introducing Family Entrepreneurial OrientationWhile existing research on the longevity of family firms has focused on the survival of firms, this article investigates transgenerational entrepreneurship of families. By building on the transgenerational entrepreneurship research framework, we argue that by shifting from firm to family level of analysis, we gain a deeper understanding of family firms' ability to create value across generations. We find evidence for our argument in that such a level shift reveals extended entrepreneurial activity which is missed when focusing exclusively on the firm level. We introduce and empirically explore the construct of family entrepreneurial orientation (FEO) which may serve as an antecedent to transgenerational value creation by families.Type: journal articleJournal: Family Business ReviewVolume: 25Issue: 2
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PublicationThe Link Between Family Firm Dynamics, Image and Firm Performance(SMS Strategic Management Society, 2011-11-06)
;Memili, Esra ;Kellermanns, Franz W. ;Eddleston, Kimberley H.In this study, we draw upon organizational identity theory to examine factors that lead to the creation of family firm image and investigate how a family firm image impacts firm performance. We find that family firm pride, community social ties, and long-term orientation are positively associated with the likelihood that a firm portrays itself as a family business to consumers and stakeholders. In turn, we find that a family firm image benefits firm performance. Thus, our study demonstrates that by building a family firm image the unique family influences on the firm can be leveraged to create a competitive advantage for family firms.Type: conference paper -
PublicationHow much and what kind of entrepreneurial orientation is needed for family business continuity?(International Family Enterprise Research Academy (IFERA), 2008-07-02)
;Mühlebach, CorinneThe present paper examines to what degree the Entrepreneurial Orientation (EO) construct is prolific in explaining business activity of firms with a transgenerational outlook. In particular, we are challenging the fundamental claim by entrepreneurship scholars that the more entrepreneurial a firm is, hence the higher it scores in the five EO dimensions, the more successful it should be in the long-run.Type: conference paper -