Search Results - subject:"Role Models"

The strength of a good example: How important are role models for early-stage entrepreneurs?

Schutjens, Veronique; Bosma, Niels; Hessels, Jolanda; … - 2010

effects. Regional differences in entrepreneurship have also been linked to the availability of role models (Fornahl 2003 …; Sternberg 2009; Malecki 2009). It can be argued that in regions with high rates of entrepreneurship, entrepreneurial role models … are abundant. These role models may serve as good examples of entrepreneurial activity and inspire individuals in the …

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Property rights and elites

Amsden, Alice H. - 2010

An elite derives its status from its relationship to property, whether physical or human capital. While stable property rights are necessary for everyday business, unstable property rights that result in major institutional changes (such as land reform) may have a positive impact on economic...

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Development progress in sub-Saharan Africa: Lessons from Botswana, Ghana, Mauritius and South Africa

Naudé, Wim - 2010

Botswana, Ghana, Mauritius and South Africa are sub-Saharan African countries that stand out for their development progress. Each of these countries has succeeded against the odds, against expectations. This paper synthesizes the common ingredients of these countries' success, and derives...

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The United Arab Emirates: Some lessons in economic development

Nyarko, Yaw - 2010

Oil was discovered in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) just 50 years ago. During that time, UAE has been able to transform itself into a rapidly modernizing country, which is fast becoming a major economic hub and a key player on the international economic landscape. This paper discusses a number...

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Models

Marti, Maria Saez - Institut für Volkswirtschaftslehre, … - 2010

I construct a theory of cultural transmission in which culture acquisition takes place in two stages, first in the family where parents transmit their own culture, and later in society where children are exposed to a wider set of cultural models. The role of models is to provide information...

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The Influence of Role Models on Immigrant Self-Employment: A Spatial Analysis for Switzerland

Guerra, Giuliano; Patuelli, Roberto - USI Università della Svizzera italiana - 2010

Theoretical and empirical research suggests a connection between the presence of role models and the emergence of … entrepreneurs. Existing entrepreneurs may act as role models for self-employment candidates by providing successful examples. By …

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