Abstract:
The objective of this article was to examine the mediating role of familyto-work
enrichment (FWE) on the relationship between family support
and the performance of women-owned businesses. Empirical data from
251 women entrepreneurs in South Africa were used to assess the
postulated relationship. The findings showed that all three examined
types of family support (i.e., emotional, instrumental and financial family
support) were positively associated with firm performance. Additionally,
affective FWE mediated the relationship between emotional support and
performance, while instrumental FWE mediated the association between
instrumental family support and performance. The study culminates with
a discussion of the implications of the study, by emphasising the need
for the current system to take into account the distinctive needs and
challenges of women entrepreneurs and provide the necessary support
and environment to foster their growth and prosperity.
