Family values follow entrepreneurs as they move to Europe
What happens to our values when we move across continents and start over? A new study shows that migrant entrepreneurs carry more than just their entrepreneurial experience. Family patterns and social obligations from their home countries continue to shape the way businesses are built and run in Europe – often in surprising ways.
When entrepreneurship benefits some – but excludes others
Entrepreneurship is often portrayed as open to anyone with a good idea and great drive. But new research shows that the industry that has emerged to support entrepreneurs also risks reinforcing inequalities.
How important engagement is to crowdfunding success
Entrepreneurs who run crowdfunding projects alongside another job find it harder to succeed on crowdfunding platforms. That’s according to a new study that looked in depth at how founders’ involvement affects the goal.
Networks are key to successful innovation
What types of networks help SMEs become more innovative – and when? A new research study shows that social capital is a crucial resource for driving innovation. But the effects vary depending on how demanding customers are.
AI startups – new model helps investors and customers
Venture capital is flowing to AI companies and customer interest is high. But behind the boom are major differences in how the companies create value. Now, two professors present a typology of six different AI startups.
How business angels influence each other’s investment decisions – the pitfalls to watch out for
Business angels often look at each other when making investment decisions. But it takes experience to distinguish between valuable and misleading signals.
Why local users are startups best route to global markets
Scaling up a tech start-up often requires the company to reach outside its home country quickly. But how should a young company, with limited resources and few users, actually start?
Entrepreneurs who give back strengthen their ecosystems
Entrepreneurs not only contribute to economic growth by starting new businesses. They also play a crucial role in shaping and strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystems in which they themselves operate.
Diversity on startup boards can hurt chances of raising capital
Diversity on boards is often said to lead to better decisions, more creativity and stronger companies. But a new comprehensive study of more than 25 000 US start-ups shows that this picture is not always true – at least not in companies initially funded by venture capital.
Rapid business growth and crises increase the risk of serious illness
Entrepreneurs often enjoy better health and live longer than other people from similar socio-economic backgrounds. But researchers warn that the pressures of entrepreneurship can have a dark side.