The influence of managerial optimism and self-regulation on learning and business growth expectations within an emerging economic context

Abstract

This paper examines psychological and behavioral mechanisms that underlie business growth expectations by examining how managerial optimism and selfregulatory focus influence learning behaviors. To empirically examine these relationships, the study situates in a resource-constrained business context by studying managers in two Pacific Island economies. Results indicate that a positive view toward gains encourages exploratory learning in unknown situations; whereas, a less optimistic disposition and avoidance are related to exploitative learning. This finding is consequential as managerial learning that leans toward development of new insights and possibilities is associated with greater business growth expectations versus learning that adheres

Is entrepreneurship enough to achieve superior performance in SMEs in emerging countries? Multiple mediation of market orientation and marketing capabilities

“…Therefore, analyzing how the marketing function can drive better performance in entrepreneurial companies is very important. It is also highlighted that the influence of MC on OP has been explored in developed countries, but more research is needed in developing countries (Neill et al , 2014).…”