Abstract

This research examines empirically the relationship among social capital, entrepreneurial orientation, organizational resource, and entrepreneurial performance for new ventures. Data was collected by means of mailing questionnaire to new ventures in Taiwan, and a total of one hundred and four qualified observations were collected. The results obtained in this research indicate that there are significant relationships among social capital, entrepreneurial orientation, and organizational resources. Additionally, the influence of social capital, entrepreneurial orientation, and organizational resources on entrepreneurial performance is significant.The findings suggest that new ventures can speed up information diffusion and look for the opportunities of new technology, new product, niche market, and financial resources through expanding external business Contemporary Management Research 214 networks and maintaining trust and interdependence between network partners. Important insights to new venture practitioners and researchers are also offered.