Title: Intrapreneurship and Organizational Robustness of Family-owned businesses in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Sonari Tamunoibuomi and B. Chima Onuoha
Volume: 9
Issue: 10
Pages: 348-356
Publication Date: 2025/10/28
Abstract:
This study investigates the relationship between intrapreneurship and organizational robustness among family-owned businesses in Rivers State, Nigeria. Drawing on the Resource-Based View and Entrepreneurial Orientation Theory, the research focuses on how two key dimensions of intrapreneurship-risk-taking and proactiveness-influence structural and instrumental robustness. Using a quantitative approach and PLS-SEM analysis in SmartPLS 4.0, data were collected from 218 family businesses. Results show that both risk-taking and proactiveness have significant positive effects on structural and instrumental robustness. The study concludes that intrapreneurial behavior is critical for building resilient internal structures and adaptable operational systems, especially in turbulent environments. It recommends the promotion of calculated risk-taking and proactive strategies as vital tools for enhancing the sustainability and long-term success of family-owned enterprises. The study recommends that family-owned businesses should adopt calculated risk-taking to enhance internal systems and governance structures.