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Relationally Reflexive Practice: A Generative Approach to Theory Development in Qualitative Research

Lookup NU author(s): Professor John Sillince

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Abstract

In this article we explain how the development of new organization theory faces several mutually reinforcing problems, which collectively suppress generative debate and the creation of new and alternative theories. We argue that to overcome these problems, researchers should adopt relationally reflexive practices. This does not lead to an alternative method but instead informs how methods are applied. Specifically, we advocate a stance toward the application of qualitative methods that legitimizes insights from the situated life-with-others of the researcher. We argue that this stance can improve our abilities for generative theorizing in the field of management and organization studies.

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Author(s): Hibbert P, Sillince JAA, Diefenbach T, Cunliffe AL

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: Organizational Research Methods

Year: 2014

Volume: 17

Issue: 3

Pages: 278-298

Print publication date: 01/07/2014

Online publication date: 11/03/2014

Acceptance date: 01/01/1900

ISSN (print): 1094-4281

ISSN (electronic): 1552-7425

Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc.

URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1094428114524829

DOI: 10.1177/1094428114524829

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