Entry, Growth, and Exit Strategies of Chinese Technology Start-Ups Choosing between Short-Term Gain or Long-Term Potential

Tan, Justin; Tan, David

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Entry, Growth, and Exit Strategies of Chinese Technology Start-Ups Choosing between Short-Term Gain or Long-Term Potential

Journal of Management Inquiry, Vol. 13 No. 1, pp. 1-7, March 2004

7 Pages Posted: 13 Feb 2010

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Justin Tan

York University - Schulich School of Business

David Tan

University of Washington

Date Written: 2004

Abstract

A defining characteristic of an entrepreneurial venture is its motivation to grow (Schumpeter, 1954). Such motivation is usually fueled by the desire of entrepreneurs to improve venture performance, as well as by the excitement of associating with a growing entrepreneurial venture. Broadly speaking, several strategic alternatives are available for entrepreneurial firms.

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Tan, Justin and Tan, David, Entry, Growth, and Exit Strategies of Chinese Technology Start-Ups Choosing between Short-Term Gain or Long-Term Potential (2004). Journal of Management Inquiry, Vol. 13 No. 1, pp. 1-7, March 2004, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1552273