Entrepreneurial Networks and Small Firm Performance: A Study of Small Enterprises in Kamrup, a District of Assam

Abstract

Entrepreneurial networks enable firms to obtain necessary resources, support, information and knowledge, which may be otherwise inaccessible to them. The purpose of the study is to examine the potential impact of entrepreneurial networks on the small firm performances. The population of the study consisted of small firms of Kamrup a district of Assam. An empirical study was conducted via a structured questionnaire on small firms in kamrup District. The study revealed a number of findings most importantly: there is a statistical significant impact of entrepreneurial networks on small firms. Understanding the factors that impact small business performance is important for business advisors, policymakers and other relevant stakeholders to better serve the small business sector.