Entrepreneurship Foundations Module
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Innovation is the driving force of not only capitalism but also of ______ progress in general.

economic

Brann describes Robinson Crusoe as a man of ______, a 'projector' and 'adventurer.'

projects

Entrepreneurs are considered the agents of ______.

innovation

He establishes ______ and schedules to manage his time effectively.

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Schumpeter referred to new combinations or 'creative destruction' as ______.

<p>innovation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Crusoe represents a paradoxical archetype known as the unique ______.

<p>Everyman</p> Signup and view all the answers

The entrepreneur had to act in an enterprising manner upon the ______.

<p>innovation</p> Signup and view all the answers

By the Seventeenth Century, the term 'entreprendre' was related to ______ taking.

<p>risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Schumpeter, the innovation need not be ______, but rather how it can be commercially brought into the market.

<p>new</p> Signup and view all the answers

The entrepreneur bore the risks of ______ and loss from the barging.

<p>profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

Schumpeter identified the introduction of a new product as one of the five types of ______.

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Jean Baptiste Say describes the entrepreneur as someone who reallocates resources from low to high ______.

<p>productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

The combination of the horseless carriage and the steam engine led to the invention of ______.

<p>automotive</p> Signup and view all the answers

John Stuart Mill viewed the entrepreneur as someone who managed the ______.

<p>venture</p> Signup and view all the answers

The introduction of a new method of production is referred to as process ______.

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Alfred Ma.Crestia Banares highlights the importance of the entrepreneur's role in ______ relationships.

<p>contractual</p> Signup and view all the answers

Henry Ford introduced the ______, which significantly decreased the time to create the Ford T1 Model cars.

<p>assembly line</p> Signup and view all the answers

The time it took to create the Ford T1 Model cars decreased from twelve hours to ______ hours.

<p>two and a half</p> Signup and view all the answers

Angkas is an example of Schumpeter’s third kind of innovation: the opening of ______ markets.

<p>new</p> Signup and view all the answers

Millions of commuters in Manila represent the market for two-wheel taxis like ______.

<p>Angkas</p> Signup and view all the answers

People today are looking for sustainable and ______ products.

<p>eco-friendly</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vegan leather made from ______ is an example of an eco-friendly product.

<p>cactus</p> Signup and view all the answers

The advent of vegan leather represents a conquest of a new source of ______ of new materials.

<p>supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

An innovative solution has been developed by entrepreneurs to create authentic-looking leather from ______.

<p>cactus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Entrepreneurs have a burgeoning need to overcome a _____ or difficulty.

<p>challenge</p> Signup and view all the answers

The achievement cluster of Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies includes opportunity seeking, persistence, commitment to work, risk taking, and demand for _____ and quality.

<p>efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

A successful entrepreneur's passion goes beyond just _____; they find genuine pleasure in their work.

<p>cash</p> Signup and view all the answers

Strong communication skills enable entrepreneurs to effectively sell their _____ or service.

<p>product</p> Signup and view all the answers

The power cluster of Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies is composed of persuasion, negotiation, and self-_____

<p>confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Schumpeter, creating a monopoly position is an example of ______.

<p>innovation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ludwig Von Mises argued that consumers, not ______, determine what is to be produced.

<p>entrepreneurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Peter Drucker defined entrepreneurship as changing the yield of ______.

<p>resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Mises, innovation is often the whim of an elite before it becomes a ______ of the public.

<p>need</p> Signup and view all the answers

F.W. Taussig noted that innovation is one of the activities performed by the ______.

<p>entrepreneur</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drucker asserts that innovation does not have to be ______ and can often be social.

<p>technical</p> Signup and view all the answers

Management, as described by Drucker, is an innovation of the ______ century.

<p>20th</p> Signup and view all the answers

Drucker believes that modern society has become a society of ______.

<p>organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

The entrepreneur must be willing to take on ______ in order to succeed.

<p>risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Jean Baptiste Say, the entrepreneur reallocate resources from ______ to high-value opportunities.

<p>low</p> Signup and view all the answers

In entrepreneurial ventures, the process of selling new products is crucial for ______.

<p>profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term 'entreprendre' was associated with ______ taking by the Seventeenth Century.

<p>risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

The successful introduction of a new ______ can lead to significant changes in the marketplace.

<p>product</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Entrepreneur in the 17th-18th centuries

A risk-taker who contracted with the government to provide goods or services, bearing the profit/loss risk.

Entrepreneur in the 19th century (Say)

Someone who identifies opportunities, reallocates resources for higher productivity, and manages production, demand, materials, and workers for profit.

Entrepreneur in the 19th century (Mill)

A manager of ventures, not simply a financier.

Robinson Crusoe as an entrepreneur

Robinson Crusoe, as a lone individual, embodies the concept of private enterprise, managing his own resources for self-sufficiency.

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Entrepreneurial Activity

The process of organizing resources (e.g., labor, raw materials, capital) to produce and sell goods or services.

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Robinson Crusoe's island

A microcosm symbolizing the individual's entrepreneurial drive and managing alone all resources to survive on an island.

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Entrepreneurial Judgement

Assessing the product's importance, demand, and production feasibility to allocate resources for profitable ventures.

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Entrepreneurial challenges (Say)

Challenges faced by the entrepreneur include obstacles, anxieties, misfortunes, problem-solving and creating solutions.

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Schumpeter's Innovation

New combinations or "creative destruction" of existing elements, which drive economic progress.

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Entrepreneur's Role

The entrepreneur acts on innovations to make them commercially viable, not necessarily inventing them.

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Innovation Applicability

Innovation isn't confined to novel inventions, but encompasses improved production methods or market entry.

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Product Innovation

Introducing a new product or a product with improved quality.

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Process Innovation

Developing a new method for production.

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"Creative Destruction"

A process where new innovations replace older, less efficient approaches, driving economic progress.

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Entrepreneur

A person who identifies and acts upon innovations.

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Driving force of capitalism

Innovation is the engine driving not only capitalism but also overall economic progress.

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Assembly Line

A manufacturing process where products are assembled in stages by different workers.

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Ride-sharing Company

A company that connects passengers with drivers via an app.

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New Market Opening

Creating a new market for a product or service by identifying a need or desire among customers.

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Sustainable Product

A product made from environmentally friendly materials.

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Innovation in Business

New ways of doing things, like using an assembly line or a ride-sharing app.

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New Source of Supply

Finding a new source for raw materials.

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Time Efficiency

The reduced time required to produce something.

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Product Differentiation

Creating products that stand out from competition.

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Entrepreneur's Role (Mises)

Entrepreneurs are responsible for production, but customer needs determine what is produced.

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Innovation (Mises)

A desirable product or activity that becomes a need for people, not just an idea of elite.

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Entrepreneur's Scope (Taussig)

Innovation is one activity, but not the only or most important one for entrepreneurs.

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Entrepreneurship (Drucker)

Changing resource yield (production) or consumer value (demand), and innovation is the key tool.

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Innovation (Drucker)

Innovation doesn't have to be technical; it can be social.

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Management (Innovation, Drucker)

Management is a 20th-century innovation that shaped a new economic and social structure.

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Consumer Sovereignty

The idea that consumer preferences direct what is produced by entrepreneurs.

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Achievement Cluster

A group of characteristics that reflect a drive to overcome challenges and achieve goals. It includes traits like opportunity seeking, persistence, commitment to work, risk-taking, and a focus on efficiency and quality.

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Power Cluster

A group of characteristics that involve influencing and persuading others, and having strong self-belief. It includes traits like communication skills, leadership, motivation, and self-confidence.

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Passion in Entrepreneurship

A core trait where entrepreneurs deeply love their work and are willing to put in extra effort to see their business grow. It brings genuine joy beyond just money.

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PEC: Achievement vs. Power

While both clusters are essential for success, they differ in their focus. Achievement is about overcoming hurdles, while Power is about influence and self-belief.

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Entrepreneurial Traits: Interconnected?

The question of whether one PEC cluster depends on another is crucial to understand the dynamics of entrepreneurial success.

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Study Notes

Module on The Entrepreneur and His Roots

  • This module introduces the concept of entrepreneurship, dissecting how entrepreneurs think, decide, and act.
  • It explores entrepreneurship's importance for the economy and society, highlighting its applications beyond engineering students.
  • The module will delve into the history and origins of entrepreneurship, understanding thought processes.
  • Four modules are planned: Entrepreneur and his Roots, Social Impact, Journey, and Personal Initiative.
  • Students will gain essential knowledge and skills.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand different entrepreneur characteristics.
  • Learn about various innovation types.
  • Learn how to identify, evaluate, and screen opportunities.
  • Differentiate between pro-active and reactive entrepreneur behaviors.

What is This Module About?

  • The module looks back to understand where the concept of entrepreneurship originated.
  • It examines different interpretations, definitions, and types of entrepreneurship.
  • Understanding innovation is key to all entrepreneurship definitions.
  • The module aims to define the entrepreneur and differentiate them from typical individuals.

What Will You Learn?

  • The history of entrepreneurship as a school of thought.
  • The contributions of significant figures in entrepreneurship history.
  • Characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.

Let's Study

  • The word "entrepreneur" has roots in 13th-century French, meaning "to undertake."
  • Early usage by economists like Cantillon, Turgot, and Quesnay.
  • Entrepreneur roles were associated with risk-taking and large-scale projects (like cathedrals) but weren't tied to business until the 16th century or later.

Let's Study

  • The 19th century saw key contributions with Say recognizing the entrepreneur's crucial role in reallocating resources and Mill defining the entrepreneur as a manager of ventures.
  • Marshall tied together these ideas, including the entrepreneur's coordination of factors like land, labor, capital, and organization.

Let's Study

  • Frank Knight emphasized two types of risk: calculable and uncalculable.
  • He differentiated between management functions and pure entrepreneurship, which is tied to uncertainty.

Let's Study

  • Joseph Schumpeter focused on innovation as the driving force of entrepreneurship and economic progress.
  • He described five types of innovation:
  • New product
  • New production method
  • Opening of a new market
  • New source of supply
  • New organization industry.

Let's Think About This

  • Examine whether one entrepreneurial cluster depends on others.
  • Analyze if someone could be considered an entrepreneur with only one cluster?

Let's Study

  • Learn more about a Philippine entrepreneur and their innovations.
  • Apply Schumpeter's five types of innovation to their activities.

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Explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship in this comprehensive module. Learn about the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs, the importance of innovation, and how to identify promising opportunities. This module also analyzes the historical roots and evolution of entrepreneurial thought processes, setting the stage for future learning.

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