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Long-term sustainability of family firms: the role of nepotism

MARCIÁNOVÁ, P.; PIROŽEK, P., KALLMUENZER, A.

Original Title

Long-term sustainability of family firms: the role of nepotism

English Title

Long-term sustainability of family firms: the role of nepotism

Type

WoS Article

Original Abstract

This paper explores the influence of so far neglected variables on nepotism within family firms and their implications for sustainability and operational effectiveness. Using a multi-case study methodology based on a sample of family firms, this study explores examine factors that possibly impact nepotism in ways not previously documented in the literature. Specifically, the dynamics of gender, the closeness of family relationships, and participation in decision-making are essential for the successful integration of family members into business roles. This, in turn, contributes to the long-term sustainability of family enterprises. By introducing these novel insights, the study broadens the understanding of nepotism dynamics, advocating for a more nuanced approach that considers various interpersonal and organizational factors.

English abstract

This paper explores the influence of so far neglected variables on nepotism within family firms and their implications for sustainability and operational effectiveness. Using a multi-case study methodology based on a sample of family firms, this study explores examine factors that possibly impact nepotism in ways not previously documented in the literature. Specifically, the dynamics of gender, the closeness of family relationships, and participation in decision-making are essential for the successful integration of family members into business roles. This, in turn, contributes to the long-term sustainability of family enterprises. By introducing these novel insights, the study broadens the understanding of nepotism dynamics, advocating for a more nuanced approach that considers various interpersonal and organizational factors.

Keywords

Nepotism; Family firms; Gender; Family line; Long-term perspective

Key words in English

Nepotism; Family firms; Gender; Family line; Long-term perspective

Authors

MARCIÁNOVÁ, P.; PIROŽEK, P., KALLMUENZER, A.

Released

22.07.2025

Publisher

SPRINGER

Location

NEW YORK

ISBN

1555-1938

Periodical

International Entrepreneurship and Management Journal

Volume

21

Number

1

State

United States of America

Pages count

27

URL

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11365-025-01121-5

BibTex

@article{BUT198466,
  author="Pavla {Marciánová} and Petr {Pirožek} and Andreas {Kallmuenzer}",
  title="Long-term sustainability of family firms: the role of nepotism",
  journal="International Entrepreneurship and Management Journal",
  year="2025",
  volume="21",
  number="1",
  pages="27",
  doi="10.1007/s11365-025-01121-5",
  issn="1554-7191",
  url="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11365-025-01121-5"
}