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How do entrepreneurs contribute to social stability?
How do entrepreneurs contribute to social stability?
Entrepreneurs contribute to social stability by creating jobs, improving health and education facilities, and empowering marginalized groups.
What is the 'hidden hand' concept described by Adam Smith in relation to entrepreneurs?
What is the 'hidden hand' concept described by Adam Smith in relation to entrepreneurs?
The 'hidden hand' concept suggests that while entrepreneurs act in their self-interest, they inadvertently advance societal interests.
What role do entrepreneurs play in regional development?
What role do entrepreneurs play in regional development?
Entrepreneurs promote balanced regional development by establishing industries that absorb the local workforce, reducing poverty.
How does innovation relate to entrepreneurship according to Peter Drucker?
How does innovation relate to entrepreneurship according to Peter Drucker?
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In what ways can entrepreneurs empower women's participation in the economy?
In what ways can entrepreneurs empower women's participation in the economy?
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What criticisms do entrepreneurs face despite their positive impact on society?
What criticisms do entrepreneurs face despite their positive impact on society?
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Identify one way entrepreneurs can address poverty in their communities.
Identify one way entrepreneurs can address poverty in their communities.
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What is the significance of fair competition in entrepreneurship?
What is the significance of fair competition in entrepreneurship?
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What is the primary role of an industrial entrepreneur?
What is the primary role of an industrial entrepreneur?
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How do corporate entrepreneurs differ from other types of entrepreneurs?
How do corporate entrepreneurs differ from other types of entrepreneurs?
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Describe the focus of agricultural entrepreneurs.
Describe the focus of agricultural entrepreneurs.
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What characterizes a technical entrepreneur?
What characterizes a technical entrepreneur?
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In what way do non-technical entrepreneurs focus their efforts?
In what way do non-technical entrepreneurs focus their efforts?
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What is the significance of technology application in modern entrepreneurship?
What is the significance of technology application in modern entrepreneurship?
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How do agricultural entrepreneurs impact the overall agricultural sector?
How do agricultural entrepreneurs impact the overall agricultural sector?
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What role does technical expertise play in the success of technical entrepreneurs?
What role does technical expertise play in the success of technical entrepreneurs?
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How do entrepreneurs contribute to employment generation?
How do entrepreneurs contribute to employment generation?
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What are the two keys to increasing productivity according to entrepreneurial functions?
What are the two keys to increasing productivity according to entrepreneurial functions?
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How do entrepreneurs affect market dynamics according to George Gilder?
How do entrepreneurs affect market dynamics according to George Gilder?
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What role do entrepreneurs play in export promotion?
What role do entrepreneurs play in export promotion?
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What is meant by 'creative destruction' in the entrepreneurial context?
What is meant by 'creative destruction' in the entrepreneurial context?
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How do entrepreneurs utilize the surplus labor force?
How do entrepreneurs utilize the surplus labor force?
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In what way are entrepreneurs considered catalytic agents in the economy?
In what way are entrepreneurs considered catalytic agents in the economy?
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What is the link between R&D and entrepreneurial investment?
What is the link between R&D and entrepreneurial investment?
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What characterizes innovating entrepreneurs in the context of economic development?
What characterizes innovating entrepreneurs in the context of economic development?
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How do imitative entrepreneurs contribute to developing economies?
How do imitative entrepreneurs contribute to developing economies?
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According to Clarence Danhof, how are entrepreneurs classified based on economic development?
According to Clarence Danhof, how are entrepreneurs classified based on economic development?
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What is the primary focus of an innovating entrepreneur?
What is the primary focus of an innovating entrepreneur?
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What impact do innovating entrepreneurs have on modern capitalism?
What impact do innovating entrepreneurs have on modern capitalism?
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Why are imitative entrepreneurs particularly important in developing countries?
Why are imitative entrepreneurs particularly important in developing countries?
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What distinguishes an innovating entrepreneur from an imitative one?
What distinguishes an innovating entrepreneur from an imitative one?
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What qualities are associated with innovating entrepreneurs that aid in their success?
What qualities are associated with innovating entrepreneurs that aid in their success?
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What is the focus of the book 'Entrepreneurship Development' by Sharma Sudhir and others?
What is the focus of the book 'Entrepreneurship Development' by Sharma Sudhir and others?
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Which publication covers sustainable growth in entrepreneurial development?
Which publication covers sustainable growth in entrepreneurial development?
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Name one key topic discussed in 'Entrepreneurship and Small Business' by Paul Burns.
Name one key topic discussed in 'Entrepreneurship and Small Business' by Paul Burns.
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What is unique about 'Entrepreneurship – New Venture Creation' by David H. Holt?
What is unique about 'Entrepreneurship – New Venture Creation' by David H. Holt?
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Explain the significance of the book 'Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management' by Zimmerer and Scarborough.
Explain the significance of the book 'Essentials of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management' by Zimmerer and Scarborough.
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What does the term 'entrepreneur' refer to?
What does the term 'entrepreneur' refer to?
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How does 'entrepreneurship' differ from 'entrepreneur'?
How does 'entrepreneurship' differ from 'entrepreneur'?
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What role does a 'visionary' play in entrepreneurship?
What role does a 'visionary' play in entrepreneurship?
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Why is teamwork important in entrepreneurial ventures?
Why is teamwork important in entrepreneurial ventures?
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What is the significance of 'risk-taking' in entrepreneurship?
What is the significance of 'risk-taking' in entrepreneurship?
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In what way can an entrepreneur act as a 'transformer'?
In what way can an entrepreneur act as a 'transformer'?
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What is meant by 'economic development' in the context of entrepreneurship?
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Explain the concept of 'goal setting' in entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Study Notes
Unit 4: Entrepreneur: Types and Functions
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Objectives:
- Classify different types of entrepreneurs.
- Understand the reasons for entrepreneurial failure.
- Describe entrepreneurial functions.
- Understand the relationship between entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship.
- Understand the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship.
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Introduction:
- Entrepreneurs play a key role in economic development, varying by country and resources.
- Entrepreneurs are important catalysts for industrial growth, wealth creation, and development.
- Entrepreneurs are found in all economic sectors and types of activity: artisans, traders, farmers, industrialists, etc.
Types of Entrepreneur
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Classification by Economic Development:
- Innovating Entrepreneur: Introduces new combinations of factors (techniques, products, or markets).
- Adoptive/Imitative Entrepreneur: Copies successful innovations from elsewhere (especially developing countries).
- Fabian Entrepreneur: Reluctant to adopt innovations or new methods.
- Drone Entrepreneur: Refuses new market opportunities, relying on existing practices.
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Classification by Type of Business:
- Business Entrepreneur: Develops new products or services.
- Trading Entrepreneur: Trading with domestic and overseas operations, often focusing on developing demand.
- Industrial Entrepreneur: Manufacturing-focused, identifies customer needs for products and services.
- Corporate Entrepreneur: Works within established corporate structures, focusing on innovation and management.
- Agricultural Entrepreneur: Uses technology to improve agricultural production or implements agricultural-related technologies
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Classification by Use of Technology:
- Technical Entrepreneur: Focuses on applying technical expertise to business.
- Non-technical Entrepreneur: Focuses on market development strategy, promotional strategies, and lacks technical knowledge.
- Professional Entrepreneur: Focuses on establishing a business, and is not keen on managing it.
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Classification by Motivation:
- Pure Entrepreneur: Driven by personal satisfaction; ego/status/psychological/financial reasons.
- Induced Entrepreneur: Takes action due to incentives from the government, incentives, etc.
- Motivated Entrepreneur: Driven by a desire for self-fulfillment, new products, and markets.
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Classification by Growth:
- Growth Entrepreneur: Focuses on high growth industries and growth prospects.
- Super-Growth Entrepreneur: Has shown superior growth in terms of turnover, liquidity, and profitability.
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Classification by Entrepreneurial Activity:
- Novice Entrepreneur: Starts their first business.
- Serial Entrepreneur: Opens and closes multiple businesses.
- Portfolio Entrepreneur: Runs multiple businesses simultaneously.
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Classification by Other Factors:
- First-generation Entrepreneur: Family not involved in businesses.
- Modern Entrepreneur: Adapts to market changes.
- Women Entrepreneur: Women operating in a private business or starting up business.
- Nascent Entrepreneur: In the process of starting up a new business.
- Habitual Entrepreneur: Has prior business ownership experience.
- Lifestyle Entrepreneur: Enterprise fits their personal style of life.
- Copreneurs: Married couple working together in business.
- IT Entrepreneur: Utilizes IT to develop their business.
- Social Entrepreneur: Focuses on solving social problems through business ventures.
- Forced Entrepreneur: Driven by adverse conditions, such as job loss, policy changes, etc.
- Individual and Institutional Entrepreneur: Individual entrepreneurs (small businesses), and business organizations respectively.
- Entrepreneur by Inheritance: Inheriting family business.
Functions of Entrepreneurs
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Identifying opportunities.
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Organizing resources (financial, human, physical).
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Managing operations.
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Taking calculated risks.
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Making strategic decisions
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Planning operations
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Innovation.
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Production innovation
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Market innovation
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Managing growth.
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Supporting the social environment.
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Creating of employment opportunities.
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Entrepreneurial Failure:
- Lack of a viable concept.
- Lack of market knowledge.
- Lack of technical skills.
- Lack of seed capital
- Lack of business know-how
- Competency issues
- Social stigma
- Legal constraints and regulations
- Monopoly and protectionism.
- Issues with patents
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Role of Entrepreneur: -Economic development, creation of Employment, Increase Productivity, Export Promotion & Import Substitution, etc.
Self-Assessment Questions
- (Content covered in the text regarding entrepreneurial classification and functions)
Reference Books
- (List of the books referenced in the document)
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Explore the multifaceted role of entrepreneurs in promoting social stability, innovation, and regional development. This quiz examines key concepts such as Adam Smith's 'hidden hand', the empowerment of women in the economy, and the significance of fair competition. Test your understanding of how entrepreneurs address societal issues, including poverty and technology application.