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What does the industry environment of a business include?
What does the industry environment of a business include?
Which factor in the physical environment is highlighted as easily changeable?
Which factor in the physical environment is highlighted as easily changeable?
What does 'entrepreneurial gut game' refer to?
What does 'entrepreneurial gut game' refer to?
What does an individual with entrepreneurial drive do according to the passage?
What does an individual with entrepreneurial drive do according to the passage?
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Which of the following is considered a source of opportunities for entrepreneurs?
Which of the following is considered a source of opportunities for entrepreneurs?
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How does an individual with knowledge in machine engine repair identify a business opportunity?
How does an individual with knowledge in machine engine repair identify a business opportunity?
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How does the text describe the use of firecrackers during New Year's Eve?
How does the text describe the use of firecrackers during New Year's Eve?
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What does the 'physical environment' for a business include?
What does the 'physical environment' for a business include?
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In the societal environment, what do 'economic forces' primarily refer to?
In the societal environment, what do 'economic forces' primarily refer to?
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What does the text suggest about government policies in terms of entrepreneurial opportunities?
What does the text suggest about government policies in terms of entrepreneurial opportunities?
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How do entrepreneurial ideas typically arise according to the text?
How do entrepreneurial ideas typically arise according to the text?
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'Wildlife' in the physical environment refers to:
'Wildlife' in the physical environment refers to:
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What is the purpose of recognizing a potential market in entrepreneurship?
What is the purpose of recognizing a potential market in entrepreneurship?
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Which characteristic is essential for entrepreneurial opportunity seeking?
Which characteristic is essential for entrepreneurial opportunity seeking?
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What is the role of entrepreneurial ideas in the creation of entrepreneurial opportunities?
What is the role of entrepreneurial ideas in the creation of entrepreneurial opportunities?
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How does the entrepreneurial mind frame help in opportunity seeking?
How does the entrepreneurial mind frame help in opportunity seeking?
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What foundation must an entrepreneur have in seeking opportunities?
What foundation must an entrepreneur have in seeking opportunities?
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Why is it important for an entrepreneur to choose the best product or service that will meet the market need?
Why is it important for an entrepreneur to choose the best product or service that will meet the market need?
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What is considered as one of the sources of opportunity?
What is considered as one of the sources of opportunity?
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What does 'substitute' refer to in a business context?
What does 'substitute' refer to in a business context?
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Who are the 'buyers' in a business context?
Who are the 'buyers' in a business context?
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What characterizes 'rivalry' in the business environment?
What characterizes 'rivalry' in the business environment?
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What does 'new entrants' typically refer to?
What does 'new entrants' typically refer to?
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What factor gives a threat to a business with regards to potential new entrants?
What factor gives a threat to a business with regards to potential new entrants?
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What characteristic can intensify the rivalry among existing firms according to the text?
What characteristic can intensify the rivalry among existing firms according to the text?
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In which scenario would a substitute product pose a threat to an industry environment?
In which scenario would a substitute product pose a threat to an industry environment?
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What does high switching cost imply for a business in relation to substitute products?
What does high switching cost imply for a business in relation to substitute products?
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Which factor does NOT contribute to intensifying the rivalry among existing firms?
Which factor does NOT contribute to intensifying the rivalry among existing firms?
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What deters potential new entrants from joining a business, according to the text?
What deters potential new entrants from joining a business, according to the text?
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Study Notes
Sources of Opportunities
- Changes in the environment can lead to business opportunities
- Technological discoveries and advancements can create new opportunities
- Government's thrust, programs, and policies can inspire entrepreneurial ideas
- People's interests and past experiences can also spark new opportunities
Environmental Factors
- Physical environment: includes climate, natural resources, and wildlife
- Societal environment: includes political, economic, and sociocultural forces
- Industry environment: includes competitors, customers, creditors, employees, government, and suppliers
Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Entrepreneurial mind frame: seeing opportunities in difficult situations
- Entrepreneurial heart flame: driven by passion and desire to achieve goals
- Entrepreneurial gut game: intuitive confidence in oneself and one's business
Identifying Opportunities
- Look for emerging trends and patterns in the environment
- Identify target markets and their needs
- Analyze the external environment for opportunities
New Entrants
- Defined as individuals who enter a new market or industry
- Factors that can deter new entrants include high capital requirements, strict government policies, and high switching costs
Rivalry among Firms
- Characterized by the intensity of competition among existing firms
- Factors that influence rivalry include diversity of rivals, number of competitors, product characteristics, capacity, fixed costs, and industry growth rate
Substitute Products
- Defined as products or services that can take the place of another
- Factors that can make substitute products a threat include low switching costs, changing customer preferences, and price increases
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Test your knowledge on various factors that influence the business environment such as sociocultural forces, technological innovations, industry environment elements, and physical environmental aspects. Explore how customs, lifestyles, values, competitors, government regulations, and climate can impact businesses.
