This research investigates which specific behaviors and the number and sequences of behaviors by nascent entrepreneurs are likely to result in the creation of a successful business. The primary objective is to answer these questions: (1) What activities were undertaken? (2) How many activities...

The prevalence rates for nascent entrepreneurs are determined using the Panel Study of Entrepreneurial Dynamics (PSED).A summary of the research design of the PSED is provided, and an overview of the information contained in the database.A three-stage model of the entrepreneurial process is...

The use of attribution theory as a framework and methodology is described (in comparison with more traditional qualitative methods) for evaluating the responses of nascent entrepreneurs and explaining the choices they make when they become involved in business startup activities. A theoretical...

Presents a framework that highlights the differences among entrepreneurs and among their ventures. Building on the work of others, four dimensions are identified for this framework describing new venture creation. These are: individuals, environment, organization, and process. This is the first...

Explores whether specific cognitive attributes of potential entrepreneurs can be used to predict future startup success and persistence in business startup activities. Two hypotheses are proposed and tested: (1) potential entrepreneurs who offer internal and stable explanations (attributions)...