Entrepreneurial Interest and Entrepreneurial Competence among Spanish Youth: An Analysis with Artificial Neural Networks DOI Open Access
María Isabel Luis Rico, María del Camino Escolar Llamazares, Tamara de la Torre Cruz

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Published: Jan. 23, 2020

Introduction: Studies of the socio-economic function entrepreneurship have emphasized critical role that entrepreneurial competence and its implementation play at different stages education system. In this paper, we seek to determine interest Spanish youth aged between 15 18 years age, who find themselves in state-regulated system, an initial stage development entrepreneurship. A previously validated ad hoc questionnaire was applied through simple random sampling 1,764 students a secondary school Spain. The analysis is done with Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), technique reduces high dimensionality data Cooperative Maximum Likelihood Hebbian Learning (CMLHL), applying neurocomputational methods educational sciences. expressed medium level Analysis ANN shows influential aspect As conclusion, curricular reforms must be undertaken promote various compulsory increase

Language: Английский

Entrepreneurship in public organizations: the role of leadership behavior DOI
Mehmet Akif Demircioğlu, Farzana Chowdhury

Small Business Economics, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 57(3), P. 1107 - 1123

Published: March 3, 2020

Language: Английский

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The Role of Entrepreneurial Thinking Mediated by Social Media on the Sustainability of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in Iran DOI Open Access
Mehdi Tajpour, Elahe Hosseini, Vanessa Ratten

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Sustainability, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 15(5), P. 4518 - 4518

Published: March 2, 2023

This study lends new insights into the hitherto-unexplored relationship between entrepreneurial thinking and sustainability of small medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Iran, mediated by social media. The goal was to investigate effect thinking, media, on SMEs Iran from January February 2022. statistical population comprised 407 SME managers based Pardis Technology Park Science Town (Iran). Using Cochran’s formula, a sample 197 selected via simple random method. data were collected using 5-point Likert scale questionnaire with 25 questions, reliability validity which had been examined confirmed. analyzed SmartPLS 3. results revealed that plays pivotal role managerial decisions is crucial factor Iran. Managers, as creators reformers internal business environment, can establish enhance strong link employees’ ability acquire thinking.

Language: Английский

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Implications of Strategic Orientation on Sustainable Performance and Organizational Innovation: A Case of Manufacturing SMEs in Sub-Saharan Africa DOI Creative Commons
Peter Onu, Anup Pradhan, Charles Mbohwa

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Lecture notes in mechanical engineering, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 927 - 935

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Abstract The ability of manufacturing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to adopt sustainability is predicated on several criteria, including purchasing developing specialized resources. SMEs in emerging economies have great potential, terms intensifying business performance, it important focus strategic orientation. influence four orientations firm performance examined this study. role learning, entrepreneurial, technological, environmental within proactive the sector been investigated. This study uses a survey questionnaire collect data from hundred sixty-five sub-Saharan African SMEs. were advantageous for organizational innovation (OI) sustainable (SP); OI improves SP, SP catalyzes OI, based Pearson correlation coefficient. research provides information that may be utilized advance conceptual practical debates innovative improve their contribute society, environment, economy.

Language: Английский

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Brewing at the time of COVID: the impact of the pandemic crisis on UK craft breweries and its implications for the sector and local economies DOI Creative Commons
Ignazio Cabras, Ekaterina Shakina, Nadine Waehning

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Regional Studies, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 57(10), P. 1937 - 1953

Published: Feb. 20, 2023

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Language: Английский

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Managerial ties, external resources, and business model innovation: Interplay and mediation analysis DOI Creative Commons
Tommy Høyvarde Clausen, Lars Hovdan Molden

Journal of Small Business Management, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 62(6), P. 3164 - 3190

Published: Feb. 9, 2024

Scholars and practitioners argue that smaller ventures can embark on new growth trajectories through business model innovation (BMI). There are, however, scarce insights into BMI its driving forces among ventures. This limits our insight how help such to grow beyond a small scale. article uses resource-based theory develop conceptual where managerial ties enable the sourcing of resources from ecosystems incubator communities embedding focal venture. Analysis survey data provides considerable empirical support for this model. Overall, clarifies theoretical relationship between BMI, role external environment within context theory.

Language: Английский

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Recognition of entrepreneurial opportunity using a socio-cognitive approach DOI
Carmen Camelo‐Ordaz, Juan Pablo Diánez‐González, Noelia Franco‐Leal

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International Small Business Journal Researching Entrepreneurship, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 38(8), P. 718 - 745

Published: July 30, 2020

Drawing on social cognitive career theory and institutional theory, we develop a multilevel integrative model to examine the influence of entrepreneurial cognition factors (entrepreneurial self-efficacy outcome expectations) opportunity recognition (EOR). We also consider moderating effect contextual (normative regulatory dimensions) relationship between EOR. use information provided by both Adult Population Survey Global Entrepreneurship Monitor project (2006–2016) Economic Freedom World 2018 Annual Report Fraser Institute. After combining sources, applied analysis sample 293,126 entrepreneurs from 97 countries. found that expectations positively The normative dimension moderates EOR, but effects EOR are not reinforced any factors.

Language: Английский

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The synergy of causation and effectuation in the process of entrepreneurial networking: Implications for opportunity development DOI Creative Commons
Tamara Galkina, Sarah Jack

International Small Business Journal Researching Entrepreneurship, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 40(5), P. 564 - 591

Published: Sept. 26, 2021

The resource-based view of entrepreneurial networking demonstrates how relationships are formed instrumentally through the goal-driven decision-making causation. At same time, evidence shows that under conditions uncertainty, entrepreneur follows non-predictive effectuation. However, little is known about entrepreneurs combine these two logics, is, causation and effectuation, for opportunity development. This study identifies four hybrid combinations causal effectual behaviour. outcome this a synergistic effect on article contributes to effectuation research, analyses literature opportunity.

Language: Английский

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Factors affecting social entrepreneurial intentions in a Portuguese higher education institution DOI
José Milton de Sousa-Filho, Fernando Almeida

International Journal of Innovation Science, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 16(2), P. 265 - 285

Published: March 27, 2023

Purpose This study aims to identify and explore the factors affecting social entrepreneurial intentions considering an educational institution in Portugal. It also intends determine relevance of moderating antecedents intention these students. Design/methodology/approach A panel 177 undergraduate students enrolled a entrepreneurship course between academic years 2018 2021 is considered. The data explored quantitatively descriptive analysis techniques, correlational hypothesis testing. Findings findings reveal that depends on multiple individual, organizational contextual dimensions. Students' remains unchanged regardless student’s profile. However, students' professional experience more relevant factor for identification dimensions related curriculum critical pedagogy, while previous involvement volunteer activities contributes higher prevalence individual factors. Originality/value To best authors’ knowledge, this original exploring role its heterogeneous offers theoretical practical contributions by extending literature can be used education institutions offer specific training focused student's

Language: Английский

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Opportunity Recognition in Digital Entrepreneurship Through Digital Capabilities: A Conceptual Framework for Sustainable Entrepreneurship to Achieve SDG DOI Creative Commons
Yongyu Lu, Nur Sa’adah Muhamad, Mohd Hizam Hanafiah

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Journal of Lifestyle and SDGs Review, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 5(1), P. e04265 - e04265

Published: Jan. 20, 2025

Objective: This study examines the role of digital capabilities in facilitating opportunity recognition within entrepreneurship, emphasizing their influence on business model development for sustainable entrepreneurship to achieve SDG. Theoretical Framework: explores interplay between platforms, innovation, and integration under capabilities. These constructs are examined relation capacity transform identification processes enhance adaptability resilience models. Method: research adopts a conceptual approach, synthesizing insights from existing literature recognition, innovation. The framework integrates theoretical establish comprehensive understanding mechanisms underpinning entrepreneurship. Results Discussion: findings underscore pivotal accelerating identification, optimizing resource allocation, fostering innovative value propositions. By leveraging platforms integration, startups can align models with dynamic market conditions, thereby enhancing competitive advantage long-term sustainability. highlights iterative nature where continuously adapt external environment. Research Implications: practical implications this discussed, providing into how be applied or practices field could encompass entrepreneurhisp. Originality/Value: contributes by presenting novel that bridges context provided offer valuable entrepreneurs aiming navigate constraints policymakers seeking support entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Language: Английский

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Who responds to critical feedback? The effects of self-leadership on entrepreneurial product pivoting behavior DOI
Ryan Angus, Jeffery D. Houghton,

Christopher B. Neck

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Journal of Business Research, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 172, P. 114415 - 114415

Published: Nov. 30, 2023

Language: Английский

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