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In this study, the impact of push-tracking factors on the competitive strategies perceived by immigrant entrepreneurs, taking into account the business life stages of companies, is attempted to be identified in the context of the host country. In this context, a eclectic model is proposed, moving from the theory of social networking, corporate theory and the source-based framework of view, which includes the Porter's competitive strategies with the push-to-track factors that drive migrants to become entrepreneurs. The hypotheses developed in the framework of this model are tested through a face-to-face question paper work with a total of 55 Syrian immigrant entrepreneurs operating in Gaziantep and Trabzon. The logistics regression analysis is interpreted according to the results of the social networks, social capital, human capital, corporate context and business life stages’ gradual effects. Research findings show that the strong links they have are the most important factor in the choice of the cost leadership strategy for immigrant entrepreneurs, and that their external social capital is important in the choice of the differentiation strategy. At the same time, the experience that immigrant entrepreneurs gain in the home country’s labour market is another important element in their preference for a differentiation strategy. A meaningful regulatory effect of the business life stage has not been observed on the relationship between the push factors and the competitive strategies perceived.

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