In virtually all industrialized countries, women are underrepresented in entrepreneurship, and the gender gap exhibits a remarkable persistence. We examine one particular source of persistence, namely the prevalence of gendered networks and associated peer effects. We study how early career...

Noting the recent increase in the number of femaleentrepreneurs, the author studies the patterns women are following as theyestablish their businesses.A review of current research on femalebusiness owners reveals that most studies have focused on perceived genderdifferences in the areas of...

An entrepreneurial career can help women empower themselves. This can enable them to play a constructive role in their families and the society as a whole. The present study is conducted to determine the factors influencing the choice of an entrepreneurial career among women. Primary data was...