| Abstract: |
This sociolinguistic analysis explores the intricate relationship between language use, communication, and
collaboration in entrepreneurial groups; focusing on how language influences team performance and
entrepreneurial success. Grounded in Interactional Sociolinguistics Theory, this study employs a
descriptive approach, combining semi-structured interviews and in-depth case studies of entrepreneurial
groups. The research methodology involves a qualitative analysis of language use patterns, communication
strategies, and collaboration dynamics within these groups. The study reveals that language diversity can
have a dual impact on communication and collaboration, either facilitating or hindering these processes
depending on factors such as shared language dominance, power dynamics, code-switching, and
adaptability. The findings highlight the importance of language-sensitive approaches in fostering effective
communication, collaboration, and impactful outcomes in entrepreneurial groups. This research contributes
to our understanding of the complex relationships between language, communication, and collaboration in
entrepreneurial settings, shedding light on the role of language in shaping team dynamics and performance.
The study's insights have significant implications for group formation, leadership, and communication
strategies in entrepreneurial contexts, emphasizing the need for context-sensitive and linguistically
informed approaches to optimize team performance and entrepreneurial success. |
EBONYI JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE
