Network Capitalism In Pakistan: Role Of Human Resources In Transforming A Startup Into A Corporation

Abstract

This paper aims to explore the black box of network capitalism in Pakistan and figure out the power of well-connected human resources in the growth of a small venture into a full-fledged corporation. Scholarship (Saher & Mayrhofer, 2014, Williamson and Cable, 2003; Provan, Fish and Sydow, 2007; Mueller-Seitz, 2012; Tung and Worm, 2001; Collins and Clark, 2003; Khilji, 2003; Ibarra and Deshpande, 2007; Wolff and Moser, 2009; Farh, Bartol, Shapiro and Shin, 2010) has already highlighted the significance of social networks in identifying and developing prospects for individuals as well as firms (Shane & Venkataraman, 2000). The current prodigy of globalization, open markets and cut throat competition have further elevated the role of human networks. Trustworthy and reliable connections have become a major source for gaining competitive advantages. This paper extends a rare in-depth insight about the ways business is initiated and successfully managed in local markets.