Critical organizations can lend greater credibility to innovations
Organizations that scrutinize and criticize companies can also become valuable partners when bringing new products and services to market. A study of German companies shows that such partnerships are associated with higher sales for companies that have previously faced media criticism and in industries where levels of corporate responsibility vary widely. However, the researchers did not find any general sales advantage.
The legacy of the Gold Rush is still evident in entrepreneurship today
The Gold Rush in 19th-century America drew hundreds of thousands of people westward in hopes of finding gold. But it may also have left a much more lasting impact. A new study shows that areas shaped by the Gold Rush have generally had higher levels of entrepreneurship than comparable areas for more than a century.
Hello there, David Audretsch—what does entrepreneurship have to do with democracy?
What role can entrepreneurship play for democracy? That question has become increasingly important to Professor David Audretsch at Indiana University. Ahead of Esbris’ webinar , Entrepreneurship Beyond Technology: Power, Institutions, and Democracy, we asked him why power, institutions, and democracy have become increasingly important in his research.
Incubators help ideas grow—but not always the companies
Incubators are supposed to help young companies grow, survive, and create jobs. At least, that’s the common perception. But when researchers conduct a comprehensive review of previous studies, a more nuanced picture emerges: the clearest strength of incubators isn’t survival—it’s innovation.
For entrepreneurs, the right jury may be more important than the prize money
Winning a startup competition isn’t just about the prize money. A new study shows that the right jury can give the winner a seal of approval that means more—and lasts longer—than the prize itself. For other companies, however, it’s the money that makes the biggest difference—at least in the short term.
OP-ED: Services Are Sweden’s New Export Industry—Policy Must Keep Pace
The service sector currently accounts for nearly 40 percent of Sweden’s exports. But Sweden is losing ground to several competitor countries. Lars Jagrén and Johannes Nathell are calling for policies that better capitalize on the service sector’s importance for jobs, exports, and growth. The next government must create better conditions for Sweden’s new export industry.
ADHD can provide a boost when starting a business—but become a burden later on
ADHD is not necessarily a superpower for entrepreneurs. Hyperactivity and impulsivity are linked to a greater tendency to start businesses—while attention problems can, above all, cause problems once the business is up and running. This is shown by a new review of the research on ADHD and entrepreneurship.
First the idea—then the founder
The story of entrepreneurship is often described as that of a person with an idea. The founder identifies a problem, comes up with a solution, assembles a team, and together they build the company. But a new study shows that there are alternative paths.
Op-Ed: Saudi Arabia’s Next Phase of Reforms Is an Opportunity for Sweden
Don’t miss out on the opportunities presented by Saudi Arabia’s reforms. That is the message Sven Otto Littorin wants to convey to researchers, entrepreneurs, and other decision-makers. Over the past ten years, he has closely followed developments there and believes that the lessons Sweden has learned from the 1990s onward are valuable for Saudi Arabia.
Top 10 | Most-Read Articles in the Second Quarter
Intellectual property, the entrepreneurship industry, funding for researchers, and crowdfunding are topics that many of our readers have been following. The list below offers some summer reading if you missed any articles during the spring and early summer. Here are the 10 most-read articles from the second quarter.