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Shaping Entrepreneural Skills: The Role of Language in the Quadruple Helix

Authors: Lawal, Sharafdeen Atanda; Ojeniran, Daud Agbolagade; Ahmed, Titilayo Dorcas; olaniyan-shobowale, khadijat;

Shaping Entrepreneural Skills: The Role of Language in the Quadruple Helix

Abstract

This study examines how language shapes entrepreneurial skills among important stakeholders using the quadruple helix model. The main objective of the study is to examine how particular linguistic patterns and communication tactics influence the formation of a common entrepreneurial vision by promoting or impeding cooperation across academia, business, government, and civil society. The study adopts a mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative correlational analysis with qualitative case studies, document analysis, and semi-structured interviews A comprehensive discourse analysis was performed on data collected from a limited number of entrepreneurial ventures in order to identify persistent linguistic themes. The findings indicate that a shared, purpose-driven language enhance trust, innovation and collaborative sector-specific while a competitive, specialized communication style hinders collaboration and entrepreneurial initiative. Among the recommendations are best practices for cross-sector communication and the development of a common language toolbox. The conclusion establishes that language is not merely a communication but a foundational mechanism that structures entrepreneurial ecosystems and, when intentionally aligned, promotes innovation and sustainable collaboration. 

Keywords

language, entrepreneurial skills, communication strategies, discourse analysis & quadruple helix

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