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Research paper thumbnail of The significance of green purchase behaviour: mediating and moderating role of waste management and eco-regulation

International journal of research in business and social science, Jun 11, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Green human resource management and environmental performance of hotels in South Africa

International Journal of Research In Business and Social Science, Dec 10, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Green entrepreneurial orientation and environmental performance of SMEs in Johannesburg municipality in the Gauteng province

International Journal of Research In Business and Social Science, Jun 17, 2023

An entrepreneurial approach is being highlighted by an increasing number of recent studies. The r... more An entrepreneurial approach is being highlighted by an increasing number of recent studies. The relationship between green entrepreneurial orientation (GEO) and environmental performance (EP) has been studied in the past, and it includes a number of apparatuses. The research inconsistent findings are likely caused by the absence of the mediating and moderating effects of green competitive advantage (GCA) and green innovation (GI). This study investigates how GEO influences EP Johannesburg municipality in the Gauteng province: the role of GCA and GI. The data was collected form 424 respondents across the Johannesburg municipality. The data was analysed using SmartPLS 4.0. The empirical findings of this study show that there is a significant positive relationship between GEO and the EP of SMEs. The study further shows that the relationship between GEO and EP is partially mediated by GCA and the relationship is also moderated by GI at an average weight. This paper fills a gap in the literature by exploring external business variables mediating and moderating the relationship between GEO and EP and contributes to the discussion on the contradictory results regarding the relationship between GEO and EP. The study suggests some recommendations on how the managers of SMEs can improve GEO. These include the provision of training and development workshops on environmental strategy for management and employees.

Research paper thumbnail of The effect of organizational ambidexterity on the sustainable performance of SMEs in the Limpopo province of South Africa

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147- 4478)

Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance ... more Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance in favour of focusing on financial performance. This study investigated the relationship between organizational ambidexterity and the sustainable performance of SMEs. Financial, social, and environmental indicators were used to measure sustainable performance. The study used the quantitative research method, and the cross-sectional survey method to collect data from 145 respondents. A self-administered questionnaire was utilized throughout the data-collection phase of the study. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis were used for data analysis. The results indicated significant positive relationships between organizational ambidexterity and SMEs' financial, social, and environmental performance. The study recommends that agencies that support small businesses should organize seminars to train and educate SME owners on organizational ambidexterity and su...

Research paper thumbnail of The effect of organizational ambidexterity on the sustainable performance of SMEs in the Limpopo province of South Africa

International journal of research in business and social science, 2023

Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance ... more Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance in favour of focusing on financial performance. This study investigated the relationship between organizational ambidexterity and the sustainable performance of SMEs. Financial, social, and environmental indicators were used to measure sustainable performance. The study used the quantitative research method, and the cross-sectional survey method to collect data from 145 respondents. A self-administered questionnaire was utilized throughout the data-collection phase of the study. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis were used for data analysis. The results indicated significant positive relationships between organizational ambidexterity and SMEs' financial, social, and environmental performance. The study recommends that agencies that support small businesses should organize seminars to train and educate SME owners on organizational ambidexterity and sustainable performance. The results of this study can assist small business owners in continuing to educate themselves and their staff about organizational ambidexterity. The study recommends that agencies that support small businesses should organize seminars to train and educate SME owners on organizational ambidexterity and sustainable performance.

Research paper thumbnail of Strategic Orientation and Performance of Small Businesses in South Africa

Journal of Reviews on Global Economics, 2020

Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neg... more Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neglecting social and environmental performance. In this era of sustainable development, the performance of SMEs is better measured using the triple bottom line approach (financial, social and environmental). Studies that examine the effect of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs are scarce. Novelty: The aim of the study is to explore the impact of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs. While extant studies have explored the effect of strategic orientation on the financial performance of SMEs, this study used the sustainable measure of performance that included financial, social and environmental indicators. Methodology and Methods: The study followed the quantitative research design and a self-administered questionnaire was employed during the data collection process. Data was collected from one hundred and forty SME owners in a cross-sectional survey. The participants of this study were in the retail, service and manufacturing sectors. Data and Empirical Analysis: The Pearson correlation and regression were used for analysis. The Pearson correlation results indicated a positive correlation between strategic orientation and sustainable performance, while the regression analysis showed that strategic orientation has a positive impact on the sustainable performance of SMEs. Policy Considerations: South Africa is a signatory to the Paris Agreement on Climate Change and the United Nations' Sustainable Development goals. The sustainable performance of SMEs can help to achieve these goals. The findings of this study can help small business owners to continuously acquire strategic orientation education for themselves and their employees. Agencies that support small businesses should organise seminars to train and educate SME owners on strategic orientation and sustainable performance.

Research paper thumbnail of Networking and Sustainable Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in South Africa

Academy of Entrepreneurship Journal, 2020

The main objective of this study was to investigate the impact of networking on the sustainable p... more The main objective of this study was to investigate the impact of networking on the sustainable performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). A quantitative approach was used, and a self-administered questionnaire was employed during the data collection process. Correlation and regression analyses were performed to determine the relationship between networking and sustainable performance. The Cronbach’s alpha was used as a measure of reliability. The results of the study revealed that networking positively impacts on the sustainable performance of SMEs. Recommendations to improve the networking of SMEs are suggested. These recommendations offered meaningful insights into SME owners, government, nongovernment organisations and other organisations for the improvement of their businesses while providing room for future research studies.

Research paper thumbnail of An Analysis of the Business Practices and Work Ethics of Native and Immigrant Entrepreneurs in South Africa

Academy of Entrepreneurship Journal , 2018

Research paper thumbnail of Strategic Orientation and Performance of Small Businesses in South Africa

Journal of Reviews on Global Economics

Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neg... more Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neglecting social and environmental performance. In this era of sustainable development, the performance of SMEs is better measured using the triple bottom line approach (financial, social and environmental). Studies that examine the effect of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs are scarce. Novelty: The aim of the study is to explore the impact of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs. While extant studies have explored the effect of strategic orientation on the financial performance of SMEs, this study used the sustainable measure of performance that included financial, social and environmental indicators. Methodology and Methods: The study followed the quantitative research design and a self-administered questionnaire was employed during the data collection process. Data was collected from one hundred and forty SME owners in a cross-sectiona...

Research paper thumbnail of The significance of green purchase behaviour: mediating and moderating role of waste management and eco-regulation

International journal of research in business and social science, Jun 11, 2024

Research paper thumbnail of Green human resource management and environmental performance of hotels in South Africa

International Journal of Research In Business and Social Science, Dec 10, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Green entrepreneurial orientation and environmental performance of SMEs in Johannesburg municipality in the Gauteng province

International Journal of Research In Business and Social Science, Jun 17, 2023

An entrepreneurial approach is being highlighted by an increasing number of recent studies. The r... more An entrepreneurial approach is being highlighted by an increasing number of recent studies. The relationship between green entrepreneurial orientation (GEO) and environmental performance (EP) has been studied in the past, and it includes a number of apparatuses. The research inconsistent findings are likely caused by the absence of the mediating and moderating effects of green competitive advantage (GCA) and green innovation (GI). This study investigates how GEO influences EP Johannesburg municipality in the Gauteng province: the role of GCA and GI. The data was collected form 424 respondents across the Johannesburg municipality. The data was analysed using SmartPLS 4.0. The empirical findings of this study show that there is a significant positive relationship between GEO and the EP of SMEs. The study further shows that the relationship between GEO and EP is partially mediated by GCA and the relationship is also moderated by GI at an average weight. This paper fills a gap in the literature by exploring external business variables mediating and moderating the relationship between GEO and EP and contributes to the discussion on the contradictory results regarding the relationship between GEO and EP. The study suggests some recommendations on how the managers of SMEs can improve GEO. These include the provision of training and development workshops on environmental strategy for management and employees.

Research paper thumbnail of The effect of organizational ambidexterity on the sustainable performance of SMEs in the Limpopo province of South Africa

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147- 4478)

Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance ... more Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance in favour of focusing on financial performance. This study investigated the relationship between organizational ambidexterity and the sustainable performance of SMEs. Financial, social, and environmental indicators were used to measure sustainable performance. The study used the quantitative research method, and the cross-sectional survey method to collect data from 145 respondents. A self-administered questionnaire was utilized throughout the data-collection phase of the study. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis were used for data analysis. The results indicated significant positive relationships between organizational ambidexterity and SMEs' financial, social, and environmental performance. The study recommends that agencies that support small businesses should organize seminars to train and educate SME owners on organizational ambidexterity and su...

Research paper thumbnail of The effect of organizational ambidexterity on the sustainable performance of SMEs in the Limpopo province of South Africa

International journal of research in business and social science, 2023

Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance ... more Studies on organizational ambidexterity have mostly ignored social and environmental performance in favour of focusing on financial performance. This study investigated the relationship between organizational ambidexterity and the sustainable performance of SMEs. Financial, social, and environmental indicators were used to measure sustainable performance. The study used the quantitative research method, and the cross-sectional survey method to collect data from 145 respondents. A self-administered questionnaire was utilized throughout the data-collection phase of the study. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and regression analysis were used for data analysis. The results indicated significant positive relationships between organizational ambidexterity and SMEs' financial, social, and environmental performance. The study recommends that agencies that support small businesses should organize seminars to train and educate SME owners on organizational ambidexterity and sustainable performance. The results of this study can assist small business owners in continuing to educate themselves and their staff about organizational ambidexterity. The study recommends that agencies that support small businesses should organize seminars to train and educate SME owners on organizational ambidexterity and sustainable performance.

Research paper thumbnail of Strategic Orientation and Performance of Small Businesses in South Africa

Journal of Reviews on Global Economics, 2020

Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neg... more Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neglecting social and environmental performance. In this era of sustainable development, the performance of SMEs is better measured using the triple bottom line approach (financial, social and environmental). Studies that examine the effect of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs are scarce. Novelty: The aim of the study is to explore the impact of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs. While extant studies have explored the effect of strategic orientation on the financial performance of SMEs, this study used the sustainable measure of performance that included financial, social and environmental indicators. Methodology and Methods: The study followed the quantitative research design and a self-administered questionnaire was employed during the data collection process. Data was collected from one hundred and forty SME owners in a cross-sectional survey. The participants of this study were in the retail, service and manufacturing sectors. Data and Empirical Analysis: The Pearson correlation and regression were used for analysis. The Pearson correlation results indicated a positive correlation between strategic orientation and sustainable performance, while the regression analysis showed that strategic orientation has a positive impact on the sustainable performance of SMEs. Policy Considerations: South Africa is a signatory to the Paris Agreement on Climate Change and the United Nations' Sustainable Development goals. The sustainable performance of SMEs can help to achieve these goals. The findings of this study can help small business owners to continuously acquire strategic orientation education for themselves and their employees. Agencies that support small businesses should organise seminars to train and educate SME owners on strategic orientation and sustainable performance.

Research paper thumbnail of Networking and Sustainable Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in South Africa

Academy of Entrepreneurship Journal, 2020

The main objective of this study was to investigate the impact of networking on the sustainable p... more The main objective of this study was to investigate the impact of networking on the sustainable performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). A quantitative approach was used, and a self-administered questionnaire was employed during the data collection process. Correlation and regression analyses were performed to determine the relationship between networking and sustainable performance. The Cronbach’s alpha was used as a measure of reliability. The results of the study revealed that networking positively impacts on the sustainable performance of SMEs. Recommendations to improve the networking of SMEs are suggested. These recommendations offered meaningful insights into SME owners, government, nongovernment organisations and other organisations for the improvement of their businesses while providing room for future research studies.

Research paper thumbnail of An Analysis of the Business Practices and Work Ethics of Native and Immigrant Entrepreneurs in South Africa

Academy of Entrepreneurship Journal , 2018

Research paper thumbnail of Strategic Orientation and Performance of Small Businesses in South Africa

Journal of Reviews on Global Economics

Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neg... more Motivation: Most studies on strategic orientation have focused on financial performance while neglecting social and environmental performance. In this era of sustainable development, the performance of SMEs is better measured using the triple bottom line approach (financial, social and environmental). Studies that examine the effect of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs are scarce. Novelty: The aim of the study is to explore the impact of strategic orientation on the sustainable performance of SMEs. While extant studies have explored the effect of strategic orientation on the financial performance of SMEs, this study used the sustainable measure of performance that included financial, social and environmental indicators. Methodology and Methods: The study followed the quantitative research design and a self-administered questionnaire was employed during the data collection process. Data was collected from one hundred and forty SME owners in a cross-sectiona...