Ismail, Ismail Juma2023-04-012023-04-012022Ismail, I. J. (2022). Why did I join networks? The moderating effect of risk-taking propensity on network linkage and the performance of women-owned businesses. Vilakshan-XIMB Journal of Management. https://doi.org/10.1108/XJM-05-2022-0113URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/XJM-05-2022-0113http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12661/3686Full text article. Also available at: https://doi.org/10.1108/XJM-05-2022-0113Purpose – This study aims to contribute to the body of knowledge through focusing on the moderating effect of risk-taking propensity in the relationship between network linkage and business performance. Design/methodology/approach – Exploratory factor analysis was conducted so as to verify the items. Furthermore, the direct and moderation tests were conducted through the PROCESS macro. Findings – The findings revealed the propensity for risk-taking is a significant moderator of the relationship between network linkage and business performance. Practical implications – Women entrepreneurs are urged to increase their level of involvement in the networks so as to obtain external resources. Also, women entrepreneurs are encouraged to improve their risk-taking behaviour through training. Originality/value – Little is known about the moderating role of risk-taking proclivity in the relationship between network linkage and business performance, particularly for women-owned businesses.enNetwork linkageRisk-taking propensityWomen entrepreneursBusiness performanceWomen-owned businessesBusiness networksWhy did I join networks? The moderating effect of risk-taking propensity on network linkage and the performance of women-owned businessesArticle