The quantity of citations (“times cited”) has evolved into an influential indicator of scientific impact both in itself and packaged into other metrics (e.g. h-index, impact factor). In this study we contrast the idea of “quantity” with the idea of the “quality” of citations, i.e....

Contents: 1. Introduction: How to be a reflexive researcher -- 2. Reflexivity and research reflexivity -- 3. Reflexive practice -- 4. Reflexive practice in research processes -- 5. Case study: Reflexive practice in phd research -- 6. Case study: Reflexive practice in collaborative research -- 7....

Purpose. The article seeks to give clarity and logical coherence to the methodological structure of research. It presents some logical evidence on the relationship between the philosophy of science and methodological design of management research. It concludes on the implications of the methods...