This analysis develops a conceptual model of entrepreneurial behavior at the organizational level. Entrepreneurship is considered to be a dimension of strategic posture, and thus all manner of organizationals may behave entrepreneurially. This strategic posture encompasses a firm's risk-taking...

Examines the relationship of industry life cycle stage to strategic posture and organization structures in addition to new venture financial performance. Four hypotheses are presented for consideration. Data collected for this research were obtained from 90 firms located in western Pennsylvania....