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[Dispositional optimism, pessimism and realism in technological potential entrepreneurs]
Jorge López Puga1, Juan García García
1Facultad de Psicología, Universidad de Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain. jpuga@ual.es
Psicothema
|November 4, 2011
Summary
Technology entrepreneurs exhibit higher optimism than non-entrepreneurs. This study explores optimism, pessimism, and realism in relation to technology business creation among students.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Entrepreneurship Studies
Context:
- Optimism is a recognized entrepreneurial trait, but its psychological underpinnings are recently explored.
- Understanding psychological factors is crucial for identifying and supporting potential entrepreneurs, especially in technology ventures.
Purpose:
- To investigate the link between dispositional optimism, pessimism, and realism and the propensity to found technology-based businesses.
- To differentiate psychological profiles of potential technology entrepreneurs from general entrepreneurs and non-entrepreneurs.
Summary:
- A study of 205 undergraduate students classified them as potential tech entrepreneurs, general entrepreneurs, or non-entrepreneurs.
- Participants completed the Life Orientation Test-Revised (LOT-R).
- Results indicated technology entrepreneurs are significantly more optimistic than non-potential entrepreneurs, with no significant differences in pessimism or realism.
Impact:
- Provides theoretical insights into the entrepreneurial profile, particularly for technology ventures.
- Offers practical applications for designing targeted training programs to foster future technology entrepreneurs.
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