征稿期刊

Long Range Planning

期刊级别

SSCI (JCR 2023)

IF 7.4

Q1 (BUSINESS 32/304)

Q1 (DEVELOPMENT STUDIES 3/63)

Q1 (MANAGEMENT 35/407)

征稿主题

Entrepreneurship and SMEs in Times of Geopolitical Crisis

细分领域

Theme 1: Geopolitical tensions and entrepreneurial/SME activities

How do geopolitical tensions, such as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, affect global supply chains and logistics for entrepreneurs and SMEs?

What strategies do entrepreneurs and SMEs employ to navigate regulatory changes resulting from geopolitical conflicts, and how do these strategies impact business operations and growth?

How do fluctuations in market volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions, influence entrepreneurial and SME decision-making and risk management practices?

What are the socio-economic consequences of population displacement due to geopolitical conflicts, and how do entrepreneurs and SMEs contribute to addressing the challenges faced by displaced populations?

Theme 2: The role of entrepreneurs, SME owners, and entrepreneurial teams under geopolitical crisis

How does the political ideology of entrepreneurs and SME owners influence their perception of risk and opportunities in the face of geopolitical crises? Do entrepreneurs and SME leaders with differing political beliefs take different sides and respond differently to the same crisis?

What are the psychological factors (e.g., optimism, overconfidence, and affect) that enable entrepreneurs and SME owners to be more or less likely to see potential opportunities in crises? In what ways does entrepreneurial alertness facilitate the perception and identification of the risks and opportunities arising from geopolitical crises?

How do entrepreneurs, SME owners, and entrepreneurial teams adapt their strategies and behaviors in response to geopolitical crises, such as trade disputes, sanctions, or political instability, and what are the implications for firm survival and growth?

How do geopolitical crises impact the mental health and well-being of entrepreneurs and SME owners? What strategies do successful entrepreneurs and SME leaders employ to maintain their sanity and ensure the well-being of their teams during such turbulent times?

What are the key determinants of entrepreneurial and SME resilience and success in geopolitical crisis contexts, and how do these differ across industries, regions, and organizational contexts?

How does entrepreneurs' and SME owners' use of decision-making heuristics differ in geopolitically unstable environments? What are good entrepreneurial heuristics for crisis management?

Theme 3: Adaptation strategies for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and communities in economic uncertainty

How do entrepreneurs and SME owners perceive geopolitical tensions and external shock and adapt their business models and strategies?

What are the social and psychological factors (e.g., social networks, family support, and psychological capital) that enable entrepreneurs, SME owners, and the entrepreneurial team to navigate through geopolitical and economic uncertainty to improve their well-being and venture performance?

What role do entrepreneurial ecosystems play in fostering resilience and innovation among entrepreneurs and SMEs during times of economic crisis?

How do entrepreneurs and SMEs assess and mitigate financial risks in the face of economic uncertainty, and what factors influence their access to capital and funding sources?

How do entrepreneurs and SMEs leverage digital technologies and online platforms to navigate economic downturns and maintain competitiveness in turbulent markets?

What are the enabling factors or strategies for local communities to become resilient and entrepreneurial, thereby enhancing community well-being in the face of geopolitical conflicts?

Theme 4: Geopolitical tensions and business failure

What are the primary factors contributing to business failure during geopolitical conflicts and economic downturns, and how do entrepreneurs and SMEs navigate these challenges to ensure business survival?

How do shifting regulatory frameworks and market uncertainties resulting from geopolitical tensions impact entrepreneurial and SME ventures, and what strategies can entrepreneurs employ to adapt and mitigate the risk of business failure?

What role does access to capital, financial resilience, and risk management play in determining the survival prospects of entrepreneurial and SME ventures amidst geopolitical and economic crises?

How do entrepreneurs and SMEs leverage innovative business models, strategic partnerships, and market diversification strategies to enhance resilience and overcome the disruptive effects of geopolitical conflicts and economic downturns?

重要时间

Submission Deadline: 15 October 2025