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Going beneath the surface of heroes: a guide to planning qualitative research on admired elites in emerging markets

In: Handbook for Qualitative Research in Emerging Markets

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  • Cristina Velez-Valencia
  • Carolina Herrera-Cano
  • Maria Alejandra Gonzalez-Perez

Abstract

This chapter explores our experiences studying the motivations of social entrepreneurs in Colombia. These individuals are admired elites, often seen as heroes who are helping solve intractable social problems. They can be the source of eye-opening research, but studying them is not without pitfalls. We emphasise the crucial role of planning, especially when heroes and admired elites are the primary informants. Our objective is to reveal the complexities involved in planning, data collection, and analysing elites in emerging markets. A rigorous planning stage involves selecting appropriate methods, considering ethics, and establishing rapport with participants. By dedicating time and effort to planning, researchers can navigate the unique challenges of studying heroes and admired elites in emerging markets. We share our insights from the planning stage and provide a step-by-step guide for fellow business scholars conducting qualitative research in similar contexts.

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  • Cristina Velez-Valencia & Carolina Herrera-Cano & Maria Alejandra Gonzalez-Perez, 2025. "Going beneath the surface of heroes: a guide to planning qualitative research on admired elites in emerging markets," Chapters, in: Helena Barnard (ed.), Handbook for Qualitative Research in Emerging Markets, chapter 5, pages 56-69, Edward Elgar Publishing.
    • Handle: RePEc:elg:eechap:22831_5
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