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Author:Slevin, D. P.
Covin, J. G.
Title:Juggling entrepreneurial style and organizational structure - How to get your act together
Journal:Sloan Management Review
1990 : WINTER, VOL. 31:2, p. 43-53
Index terms:ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
MANAGEMENT STYLES
BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
Language:eng
Abstract:The term "entrepreneurship" probably has as positive connotation as any modern management concept. However, management is a complex process, and entrepreneurial behaviour is not always good. In order to be really successful there must be a fit or a balance between the organizational structure of the firm and the type of entrepreneurial behaviour in which it engages. The key elements of this balance are outlined. Entrepreneurship is defined as a composite of risk taking, proactivity and innovation. Organic organizational structures are characterized and compared to the mechanistic ones. A model is described that relates these variables to each other. Four case examples are presented. Several implications for managers are specified.
SCIMA record nr: 80479
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