Economic Action Shaped by Social Ties, Challenging Atomized Assumptions
The article explores how social relationships influence economic actions in modern society. Unlike typical economic theories that focus only on individual decision-making, this study suggests that social connections also play a crucial role. It criticizes the idea that people are excessively influenced by social structures without considering ongoing social relations. By examining the connection between economic activities and social networks, the authors show how these two are intertwined. This challenges conventional views that overlook the impact of social structures on economic behavior by analyzing how they are embedded in society's fabric.