Narrative research reveals the role of decision-making in serendipitous entrepreneurship among immigrant entrepreneurs, highlighting unexplored venture opportunities.
Key Points
This research investigates how critical events influence serendipitous processes and effectuation in venture creation.
Data from three narrative accounts by immigrant entrepreneurs in Finland.
Utilized narrative research to examine personal experiences and decision-making processes.
Combined critical event analysis with exploration of serendipity and effectuation.
Identified critical events as integral to serendipitous processes.
Demonstrated how effectuation guides decision-making towards unexpected venture outcomes.
Highlighted the interconnection of critical events, serendipity, and effectuation as essential for initiating unforeseen ventures.