Anatoly Zhuplev

Motivations and Obstacles for Small Business Entrepreneurship in Russia: Fifteen Years in Transition

A longitudinal survey of small business entrepreneurs was conducted in Russia in two stages: in 1994 and in 2008. This study examined entrepreneurial climate and developments in Russias small businesses with a focus on motivations and obstacles in starting up and operating businesses. It also aimed at analyzing entrepreneurs’ needs for training, consulting, and other types of assistance in a comparative context. Russias climate for small and medium enterprises (SME) and entrepreneurship has improved, although it is still a work in progress. The 2008 survey indicated younger age, greater share of female entrepreneurs, and remaining small size of the firms. Though the level of SME entrepreneurial activities in Russia is still lower than in major developed economies, the gap is diminishing. Thise study found no significant differences between 1994 and 2008 in terms of entrepreneurial motivations and obstacles; several shifts and trends in motivations and obstacles were identified in their relative importance in SME dynamics.

Russian and American small business:: Motivations and obstacles

A survey of small-business owners was conducted during 1994-97 in Russia and the United States. The goal was to compare the motivations and obstacles experienced by venture creators in the two countries. Russia is a country with an emerging market economy. The USA has an established free market economy, a strong entrepreneurial culture, and its small business sector plays an important role in the economy. The survey found similarities stemming from the nature of human behavior and business vagaries. The differences originated from a less developed business infrastructure in Russia versus the United States, a volatile business environment in Russia versus stability in the United States, and finally, cultural differences.

The Impact of Culture on Equity Sensitivity Perceptions and Organizational Citizenship Behavior: A Five-Country Study

This paper examines the relationships between equity theory, equity sensitivity, and organizational citizenship behavior. Several issues are investigated: whether individuals from different cultures differ in their equity sensitivity orientations; whether individuals from different cultures differ in preference for benevolent, equity sensitive, and entitled situations involving a case scenario; and whether cultural differences impact organizational citizenship behavior.

Emerging issues and trends in business and management career development under the market transformation in Russia

In general, research and journal publication requirements in Russian universities are less rigorous methodologically compared to those in developed countries, and Russian refereed academic journals in business and economics are scarce. Yet, existing publications still provide some very useful insights for understanding current developments and future trends in Russia. Russias recent dramatic increase in political-economic clout internationally calls for greater attention to its scholarly and practical developments, particularly in the realm of management and executive development, which will have a great influence upon future Russian leaders and executives who will increasingly join the world stage. Four original papers published in Russian in authoritative journals are highlighted here, to represent various aspects, issues, and challenges related to the background and development of managerial talent in Russia.

Russia's Evolving Corporate Governance in the Cultural Context

Abstract The paper explores evolution and current state of the Russian corporate governance in cultural context. Russia has a relatively short history of corporate governance, and securities market and stock capital play a less significant role, compared to the West. The evolution of culture and corporate governance is analyzed in a comparative setting. Under the Soviet framework, business and corporate developments were non-existent or severely restricted. The post-Soviet capitalism is characterized by dynamic and turbulent developments in corporate governance and business culture. The paper examines the Russian findings from the recent international studies of culture and explores cultural impact on corporate governance in the country.

Emerging Business Strategies for US Companies in Russia

Analyses business opportunities and strategies for US companies in Russia based on the changing business environment in both countries. International competition and domestic economic pressures in the USA, along with market transition taking place in Russia, create new business perspectives for US firms. These are based on relatively low competition, large market potential, abundance of natural resources and an educated labour force. Many industries and industrial regions in the Russian economy vary in long‐ and short‐term business value for US companies. Different entry strategies should be used by large and small US companies to succeed in Russia. Certain industrial sectors and regions must be considered as priorities by US companies in Russia with regard to the existing and rapidly changing business environment.