Joost Beuving Boeken

Naturalistic inquiry is about studying people in everyday circumstances by ordinary means. It strives to blend in, to respect people in their daily lives, to take their actions and experiences seriously, and to build on these carefully. Doing Qualitative Research: The Craft of Naturalistic Inquiry offers guidance, combining thoughtful reflection with practical tips. It is written for undergraduate and graduate students in social science; for practitioners in social work, healthcare, policy advice, and organizational consultancy; and for all who have a genuine interest in society and its members. A short animation of the Arc of Naturalistic Inquiry can be found here.

Focusing on how entrepreneurs navigate uncertainty, this book introduces the concept of 'future-work'—the social practices, language, and rituals used to mitigate unknowns. Grounded in ethnographic case studies from diverse global contexts, including West African car dealers and Greek fish farmers, it offers a fresh perspective on entrepreneurial behavior. Aimed at students and scholars in social sciences and economics, it highlights both theoretical insights and practical applications in understanding entrepreneurial dynamics.