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Abstract Purpose The main objective of this paper is to investigate the mediating effect of strategic improvisation on entrepreneurial orientation and firm performance. Theoretical framework This study adds to the body of knowledge on entrepreneurial orientation and firm performance and advances the resource-based theory. Design/methodology/approach A sample of 241 SMEs was used to establish and examine four hypotheses. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was used for data analysis. Findings The empirical findings reveal that strategic improvisation behavior partially mediates the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation and firm performance as a predictor of entrepreneurs' business success in SMEs. Practical & social implications of research This paper may help lessen environmental uncertainty and enhance foresight. Managers and business owners need to be aware of the findings. Originality/value This paper fills an important gap in our understanding of the role of strategic improvisation in entrepreneurial orientation and firm performance in Asian environments, such as Türkiye, with corresponding partial mediation effects of strategic improvisation and statistically significant connections among entrepreneurial orientation, firm performance, and strategic improvisation.

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Abstract Purpose We aim to verify if and how the acquired academic characteristics of top management help firms withstand crises by examining the effect of CEOs’ and board members’ education and scholarly expertise on financial resilience through innovation. Theoretical framework We draw upon upper echelons, agency, and information asymmetry theories. Design/methodology/approach We collected data on the Brazilian stock market during the COVID-19 pandemic to observe the market during a crisis. Using a unique dataset of academic curricula, we estimate OLS and Cox regressions to examine the stability and flexibility of firms during the pandemic. We perform robustness checks through quantile regression to provide additional evidence for our findings. Findings We find that the acquired academic characteristics of top management have an impact on financial resilience. This relationship is sometimes moderated by innovation. Overall, innovation and top managements’ acquired academic characteristics seem advantageous during a crisis, as their interaction strengthens these relationships. Practical & social implications of research This study provides evidence of the importance of top management to yet another organizational outcome: resilience. Our contributions are both theoretical and empirical, as we advance the discussions about financial resilience, corporate governance, and innovation, and deliver insights to practitioners and policymakers. Originality/value We are the first to uncover some of the determinants of financial resilience in Brazil, whose stock market tends to be more sensitive to shocks than those of more developed countries. Our study provides guidance to both investors and managers.

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Abstract Purpose The present study aims to determine the effects of task diversity and skill diversity on burnout and turnover intention. Theoretical framework This section describes task diversity, skill diversity, burnout, and turnover intention, and presents the relationships between these variables and the research hypotheses. Design/methodology/approach Using a cross-sectional research design, data were collected from 200 blue-collar workers in various businesses in the forest products and furniture industries in Türkiye. The data were gathered using the Task Diversity Scale introduced by Nimon and Zigarmi (2015), the Skill Diversity Scale introduced by Eyi (2010), the Burnout Scale introduced by Kristensen et al. (2005), and the Turnover Intention Scale developed by Mobley et al. (1978). Findings The present study revealed negative and significant relationships between task diversity and burnout, as well as turnover intention (r = -0.288; r = -0.216, respectively). Additionally, negative and significant relationships were found between skill diversity and burnout, as well as turnover intention (r = -0.348; r = -0.167, respectively). Practical & social implications of research – The results emphasize the importance of task and skill diversity in organizations in reducing employee burnout and turnover intention. Originality/value The research was conducted in Turkish forest products and furniture sectors. By examining the possible protective effects of task and skill diversity in this sectoral context, it provides important insights into how diversity can be used to reduce employee burnout and turnover intention. In this respect, the study aims to both fill a gap in the literature and provide practical implications for managers in the relevant sectors.

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Abstract Purpose The purpose of this study is to develop a scale to assess public attitudes towards the inclusion of foreign healthcare workers in the Turkish healthcare system. Theoretical framework The research idea and model were developed based on a review of the literature. Design/methodology/approach Within the scope of the study, the scale development process was applied. The study sample consists of 500 people living in the Karabağlar district of Izmir, Türkiye. Findings Factor analysis revealed a structure consisting of four factors and 24 items. These factors were named “Negative Perspective,” “Professional Confidence,” “Acceptance” and “Education Policy” to best reflect the items grouped under them. The structure determined by factor analysis was confirmed using confirmatory factor analysis. Practical & social implications of research With globalization, foreign healthcare professionals can work in many countries besides their own. This study, which examines public attitudes towards foreign healthcare professionals working or intending to work in Türkiye, is expected to guide subsequent studies in the field. This demonstrates the social impact of the study. Originality/value A scale not previously developed in the literature was developed within the scope of this study. This scale is original in terms of methodology and human resources.

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Abstract Purpose This study aims to measure the effect of diversity management on the relationships between potential and realized absorptive capacity and between realized absorptive capacity and innovation capacity. Theoretical framework This research is based on studies that consider absorptive capacity as an essential factor for innovation (Camisón & Forés, 2010; Flatten et al., 2011) and on the literature addressing the positive impact of diversity on creativity and innovation (Cox & Blake, 1991; Ashikali & Groeneveld, 2015; Mor Barak et al., 2016). Design/methodology/approach We developed and validated an instrument to measure the relationship between the constructs, then collected data and obtained 405 valid responses. We tested the hypotheses using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Findings The results indicate that diversity management has a direct effect on innovation capacity and positively moderates the relationship between absorptive capacity and innovation, reinforcing its strategic role in organizational performance. Practical & social implications of research In a context of weakening diversity and inclusion policies, this study supports valuing them as relevant organizational practices. The findings suggest that diversity not only promotes inclusion but also enhances innovation potential by fostering collaborative and knowledge-sharing environments. Originality/value The main contribution of this research lies in empirically demonstrating how diversity management moderates the conversion of knowledge into innovation, addressing an important gap in the literature (Yadav & Lenka, 2020) and providing practical guidelines for managers.

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Abstract Purpose This study investigates the relationship between accounting information quality and market value in publicly traded Brazilian companies, highlighting the impact of high-quality financial reporting on valuation and investor decision-making. Theoretical framework Building on international research, the study examines how accounting information quality, firm size, growth, leverage, and dividends influence market valuation. Design/methodology/approach The analysis is based on an unbalanced panel of 317 non-financial publicly traded companies listed on the Brazilian Stock Exchange (B3) from 2011 to 2020, totaling 2,246 firm-year observations. Short panel regression with firm fixed effects, year dummies, and clustered robust standard errors was employed using the market-to-book ratio as a proxy for market value. Findings The results show a significant positive relationship between accounting information quality and market value. Market value is also positively affected by firm size and growth, but negatively affected by leverage and dividend yield. Capital expenditures and return on equity were not statistically significant. Practical & social implications of research The findings underscore the importance of transparent and reliable financial reporting to foster investor confidence and improve valuation. The study suggests that enhancing corporate governance and incentives for accounting quality can further strengthen the Brazilian capital market. Originality/value This research contributes to the literature on emerging markets by providing robust empirical evidence of the impact of accounting information quality on market valuation in Brazil, complementing international studies and evidencing advances in Brazilian corporate governance practices.