The aim of this paper is to analyze the differences and similarities in the types of individuals who choose to become entrepreneurs in PHOGUE countries. The data source is a cross-sectional survey for the year 2001 and the empirical analysis is performed through a probit model. Results show that...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to test whether the usual positive effect of self-employment on job satisfaction remains once the greater autonomy and flexibility afforded by self-employment have been factored in, as well as the existence of differences in unobserved characteristics...

In this paper we analyse empirically the relation between employer-provided training and the probability of subsequent job exit. The main contribution to the literature is the estimation approach used. In particular, we propose an empirical model which takes into account for the possible...

RESUMEN<br> <br> En este trabajo, utilizando un conjunto de paneles rotativos obtenidos a partir de la Encuesta de Población Activa, analizaremos los factores que afectan a la probabilidad de que una mujer casada y parada abandone su situación de paro. El análisis se realizará por comunidades...

The aim of this paper is to analyze the differences and similarities in the types of individuals who choose to become entrepreneurs in PHOGUE countries. The data source is a cross-sectional survey for the year 2001 and the empirical analysis is performed through a probit model. Results show that...