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Constructing mystery: Empirical matters in theory development

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Summary, in English

We outline a research methodology developed around two basic elements: the active discovery and/or creation of mysteries and the subsequent solving of the mysteries. A key element is the reflexive opening up of established theory and vocabulary through a systematic search for deviations from what would be expected. given established wisdom, in empirical contexts. "Data" are seen as an inspiration for critical dialogues between theoretical frameworks and empirical work.

Publishing year

2007

Language

English

Pages

1265-1281

Publication/Series

Academy of Management Review

Volume

32

Issue

4

Document type

Journal article

Publisher

Academy of Management

Topic

  • Business Administration

Status

Published

ISBN/ISSN/Other

  • ISSN: 0363-7425