Sociological Study of the Challenges of Growth and Development of Family Enterprises in Iran (Case Study: Tehran Small and Medium Enterprises)

This study studies the sociological challenges of growth and development of family businesses in Tehran. In pursuing a theory that can explain their growth and development challenges that these firms are faced. Its main strategy was based on Grounded theory procedures and required data is collected through in-depth interviews. The target group consists of managers of small and medium family businesses in Tehran. 25 of these firms have been interviewed by theoretical sampling. Each interview takes between 30 to 60 minutes. The findings show that this type of enterprises are facing with five major challenges, including the challenges of cultural / identity, grading family, family considerations and challenges of partnership / management. The relationship between these categories are presented in the form of a theoretical model.