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Research Methods in the Leading Small Business–Entrepreneurship Journals: A Critical Review with Recommendations for Future Research

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  • Michael R. Mullen
  • Desislava G. Budeva
  • Patricia M. Doney

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Small business and entrepreneurship scholars have made significant progress toward advancing the field and gaining recognition as an important domain of scientific inquiry. However, the authors suggest that a strong methodological foundation built on state‐of‐the‐art research technologies is necessary to support further paradigmatic growth and maturation. Using Chandler and Lyon's study as a benchmark for research methods through the 1990s, the study critiques research methodologies used by small business and entrepreneurship researchers over the ensuing years. The analysis includes all 665 papers published between 2001 and February of 2008 in the Journal of Small Business Management, Journal of Business Venturing, and Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice. The research outlines key methodological issues, assesses recent methodological practice, identifies current trends, and offers recommendations for researchers in adopting existing and emerging research technologies.

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  • Michael R. Mullen & Desislava G. Budeva & Patricia M. Doney, 2009. "Research Methods in the Leading Small Business–Entrepreneurship Journals: A Critical Review with Recommendations for Future Research," Journal of Small Business Management, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 47(3), pages 287-307, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:ujbmxx:v:47:y:2009:i:3:p:287-307
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1540-627X.2009.00272.x
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