Özet:

In this study, social capital and female entrepreneurship were studied using quality research methods. Interviews with 20 female entrepreneurs operating in Antalya with semi-configured interview technique have been subject to content analysis. The women’s entrepreneurs’ financial support, social support, challenges they encounter and life satisfactions are discussed and the women’s entrepreneurship perception in society has been assessed within the social capital levels. The research has explained how women describe ways to succeed in entrepreneurship. Women’s entrepreneurs’ financial capital assurance often affects close environmental connections, such as spouses, family or friends, while active participation in civil society organizations also boosts women’s social capital levels.

Özet:

In this study, social capital and woman entrepreneurship is examined through the use of qualitative research methods. Interviews data with 20 female entrepreneurs, who are operating in Antalya with semi-structured interview technique, were evaluated with content analysis method. The financial supports, social supports, challenges and life satisfaction of women entrepreneurs and women's entrepreneurship perceptions of women and society are evaluated within the scope of social capital levels. As a result of the research, it is explained how women describe the ways of being successful in entrepreneurship. While female entrepreneurs generally have close relations such as spouses, family or friends, the active participation in civil society organizations strengthens the social capital levels of women.

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