This dissertation tests the effects of multimarket competition on the rivalry experienced by firms in their market positions, and on their financial performance. Sixteen hypotheses were tested in a sample of competitors in 3,171 city-pair markets during 1984-1988. A simultaneous equation model...

We develop a new theory that views organizational founding as involving a role transition. Through the construct of founder role identity, we delineate how identity centrality and complexity affect individuals' ability to exit a work role in order to undertake founding activities. We argue that...