320: Paradox and Its Methodological Underpinning 2.0.: You Can Be Both, Innovative and Rigorous (15623)

Saturday, August 10, 2024

10:15 – 12:45 CT (GMT-5/UTC-5)

Location: Swissotel: Zurich E

Session Number: 320
PDW (workshop)
Orientation: Practice,International,Theme,Research
Shareable link: https://cdmcd.co/bRp9Ky

Organizer(s)

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Eriselda Danaj

Macquarie Business School, Macquarie U., Australia

Facilitator(s)

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Rikke Kristine Nielsen

Aalborg U., Department of Communication and Psychology, Denmark
SC

Simone Carmine

IESEG School of Management, France
YZ

Yan Zhang

Peking U., China
WS

Wendy K. Smith

U. of Delaware, United States

Organizer(s)

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Angela Greco

TU Delft, Netherlands
FT

Ferran Torres

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus U., Netherlands

Facilitator(s)

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Camille Pradies

EDHEC Business School, France

Panelist(s)

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Eric Knight

Macquarie Business School, Macquarie U., Australia

Discussant(s)

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Ella Miron-Spektor

INSEAD, France

Panelist(s)

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Josh Keller

UNSW Sydney, Australia
NS

Natalie Slawinski

U. of Victoria, Canada
RB

Rebecca Bednarek

Victoria Management School, New Zealand

As paradox theory continues to grow exponentially, paradox scholars face increasing pressure to sharpen their methods toolbox and produce high-quality empirical research that strengthens the theory and is relevant to practice. Furthermore, as paradox research becomes more interdisciplinary, there is a higher need for guidance on how to harness the exciting opportunities for innovation, without sacrificing rigor. By offering once again a paradox methods PDW within the RM division, we aim to continue discussing the challenges and opportunities of adopting novel methodological approaches to studying tensions. This second edition of the PDW in addition to its interactive nature will offer more opportunities for brainstorming and engaging with the expert panelists. In the first part, our invited scholars, well-versed in both qualitative and quantitative methods, will generate and disseminate novel insights on various aspects of research methods. During the second part of the PDW, participants will also have the possibility to discuss key methodological issues they face in roundtable discussions and receive feedback on their specific research ideas. By exploring methodological questions around tensions and paradoxes, this PDW appeals to members of the RM division and an ever-expanding audience interested in investigating tensions, contradictions, and paradoxes in organizations.

Contact: Eriselda Danaj, eriselda.danaj@mq.edu.au