Understanding the entrepreneurial process: a dynamic approach

Abstract

There is considerable predominance in the adoption of perspectives based on characteristics in research into entrepreneurship. However, most studies describe the entrepreneur from a static or snapshot approach; very few adopt a dynamic perspective. The aim of this study is to contribute to the enhancement of knowledge concerning entrepreneurial process dynamics through an understanding of the values, characteristics and actions of the entrepreneur over time. By focusing on personal attributes, we have developed a framework that shows the importance of affective and cognitive aspects of entrepreneurs and the way that they evolve during the development of their business.

Escala de Potencial Empreendedor: evidências de validade fatorial confirmatória, estrutura dimensional e eficácia preditiva

“…Beyond the personality traits, behavioural and psychological aspects related to the entrepreneurial leadership style probably lead the entrepreneur to the acquisition of management, communication and persuasion skills (Mueller & Goić, 2002;Schmidt & Bohnenberger, 2009;Nassif et al, 2010). Such elements are consensual in many theories of entrepreneurship, according to Santos (2008), which, following the results found in this study, appear fundamental for the differentiation between the entrepreneur (businessman) and the college student.…”

A Conceptual Framework in the Formation of Young Entrepreneurs in Indonesia

“…Secondly, the definition of entrepreneur and matters pertaining to it differs throughout every social group as each depends on their own language (McKenzie, 2009) (for instance, the expectations and objectives of entrepreneurship, and the emphasis on specific values and attitudes to accomplish those expectations and objectives; and the measure of success and failure as an entrepreneur may also differ). Lastly, the various data obtained from assorted groups of people become a consideration in developing a conceptual framework of youngsters and entrepreneur identity into a dynamic conceptual framework on the identity of young entrepreneur -wherein literature on dynamic entrepreneurship conceptual framework remains very limited (Nassif, Ghobril, da & Silva, 2010).…”

A Influência dos Aspectos Cognitivos e Afetivos de Mulheres Empreendedoras nas Diferentes Fases de Desenvolvimento de um Negócio

“…Assim, durante todo o processo de exploração da nova ideia e desenvolvimento de um empreendimento, os empreendedores, dependentes de seus diagramas interpretativos, trazem uma coleção de valores e crenças que podem propiciar ordem e coerência nas estruturas e sistemas de uma organização (Nassif, Ghobril, & Silva, 2010 A perspectiva cognitiva está intimamente relacionada ao que os indivíduos pensam, falam e fazem influenciados por seus mecanismos cognitivos (Baron, 2004). Na ação empreendedora, tais mecanismos são vistos como modelos mentais simplificados para conectarem informações que ajudam a identificar e desenvolver novas oportunidades, bem como para reunir os recursos necessários à construção e ao crescimento de uma empresa (Chen, Chang, & Lo, 2015;Mitchell et al, 2002).…”