The Effects of Religion and Politics on Family Businesses

This book explores the intricate relationship between religion and risk management in family businesses, offering a unique perspective on how religious beliefs shape decision-making processes. Through in-depth interviews with family business managers, the study reveals how faith-based principles influence risk perception, ethical obligations, and crisis management. The findings highlight the role of religious teachings in guiding business practices, emphasizing the importance of moral boundaries and the preference for halal earnings over substantial profit.

The book delves into the concept of tawakkul, illustrating how religious activities provide psychological support and resilience in uncertain times. It also examines the impact of religious beliefs on financial decisions, showcasing the avoidance of interest-based financing and dubious ventures. By presenting a comprehensive analysis of the interplay between religion and business, this book offers valuable insights for family businesses seeking to integrate spiritual values into their operations.

Offers an original study into the relationship of family businesses with religion and politics in Türkiye Explores how these relationships are handled in different contexts e.g. civil society, family relations, risk management Contributes to studies in different field such as politics, sociology and theology, both regionally and globally

Autorentext

Mustafa Atilla Arcolu is a professor at NEU.

Meral Erdirençelebi is an associate professor at NEU. She is the director of the CSFB Application and Research Centre.

Mehmet Akif Çini is an associate professor at Selçuk University. He is the deputy director of the NEU CSFB Application and Research Centre.

Inhalt

Chapter 1: Investigation of Politics and Religion in the Creation of Social Capital for Family Business Owners in the Context of NGOs: A Case Study.- Chapter 2: Religion And Entrepreneurship Relationship: A Systematic Literature Review And Theoretical Framework.- Chapter 3: Organizational Culture And Religion/Politics In Family Businesses.- Chapter 4: The Effect Of Religion On The Formation Of Ethical Behaviors And Practices: A Study On Family Businesses.- Chapter 5: Faith-Based Corporate Social Responsibility in Muslim Family Businesses: A Model Search through Conceptual Evaluation.- Chapter 6: Chapter 7: Sucessor Selection And The Role Of Religion In Family Businesses.- Chapter 8: The Effect of Religion on the Formation of Organizational Social Capital and Organizational Trust in Family Business Managers.- Chapter 9: Preferences in Inheritance Practices For Death And After Death in Family Businesses.- Chapter 10: Examination Of Relationships Between Religiosity And Marketing Perceptions In Family Businesses Based On Practical Theory.- Chapter 11: The Role of Religious Principles in Determining the Level of Internal Relations of Family Companies.- Chapter 12: The Effect Of Family Members' Religious Beliefs On The Formation Of Organizational Spirituality In Family Businesses.- Chapter 13: The Effect of Religion on Risk Management in Family Businesses.