Can role models boost entrepreneurial attitudes?

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Authors: Fellnhofer, Katharina; Puumalainen, Kaisu;

doi: 10.1504/ijeim.2017.083476 , 10.3929/ethz-b-000459154 , 10.5281/zenodo.344934

pmid: 28458611

pmc: PMC5405869

Can role models boost entrepreneurial attitudes?

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Abstract

This multi-country study used role models to boost perceptions of entrepreneurial feasibility and desirability. The results of a structural equation model based on a sample comprising 426 individuals who were primarily from Austria, Finland and Greece revealed a significant positive influence on perceived entrepreneurial desirability and feasibility. These findings support the argument for embedding entrepreneurial role models in entrepreneurship education courses to promote entrepreneurial activities. This direction is not only relevant for the academic community but also essential for nascent entrepreneurs, policymakers and society at large.

International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management, 21 (3)

ISSN:1368-275X

ISSN:1741-5098

Country

United States

Related Organizations

Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT
Finland
Harvard University
United States

Keywords

Economics and Econometrics, 330, Strategy and Management, perceived entrepreneurial desirability, perceived entrepreneurial feasibility, Entrepreneurship education, entrepreneurial role model, Article, Management of Technology and Innovation, Perceived entrepreneurial desirability, Entrepreneurial role model, Business and International Management, entrepreneurship education, Perceived entrepreneurial feasibility

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