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Amaia Yurrebaso1, Eva María Picado2, Teresa Paiva3
1Department of Social Psychology and Antropology, University of Salamanca, Salamanca, Spain.
Frontiers in Psychology
|August 9, 2021
Summary
This study analyzed personality traits and geography in entrepreneurs. Northern entrepreneurs are more likely to sustain their businesses than central zone entrepreneurs, influenced by location and personality.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Entrepreneurship Studies
Background:
- Entrepreneurship is influenced by individual traits and environment.
- Understanding factors maintaining entrepreneurial intention is crucial for economic development.
- Geographical and sociocultural variables may impact entrepreneurial persistence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the influence of personality traits and geographical area on maintaining entrepreneurial intention.
- To identify specific personality dimensions related to entrepreneurial orientation.
- To determine if sociocultural variables of a geographical area affect entrepreneurial persistence.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 479 entrepreneurs from two distinct geographical areas in the Iberian Peninsula.
- Psychometric analysis of the Entrepreneurial Orientation Questionnaire (EOQ) to identify personality dimensions.
- Statistical analysis to assess the impact of geographical location on entrepreneurial intention.
Main Results:
- Five key dimensions of enterprising personality were identified through EOQ analysis.
- Geographical location significantly influences the development of entrepreneurial intentions and business profiles.
- Entrepreneurs in the northern geographical area demonstrated a higher tendency to maintain their businesses compared to those in the central zone.
Conclusions:
- Personality traits and geographical context are significant factors in sustaining entrepreneurial activity.
- The findings highlight the importance of regional specificities in fostering long-term entrepreneurship.
- Interventions aimed at supporting entrepreneurs should consider both individual psychological profiles and locational advantages.
Keywords:
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