Many economists have found that generous unemployment benefits can hamper new business creation – but there are still positive ways for governments to intervene.
By making entrepreneurs overconfident, some positive family events can be even more detrimental to new venture survival than negative ones.
Rap mogul Rick Ross, right, speaks in a hospitality class hosted by entrepreneur David Grutman.
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With the pressure of China’s “three-child policy”, many women are motivated to achieve work-life harmony by merging the identities of motherhood and business ownership.
It is not enough to remove the unfair barriers holding women back; we also need to confront the unfair privileges propelling men forward.
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A new study reveals that instilling an entrepreneur-possible self — the belief that you can become an entrepreneur — is a critical stepping stone for becoming an entrepreneur.
When entrepreneurship programs do consider inclusion, most focus on gender without considering age, ethnicity, race or other identity factors.
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New research has found that technology startups with immigrant founders are more likely to pursue an exit strategy during the initial revenue stage — which is more profitable, but also more risky.
The Start-Up Visa program is designed to help foreign entrepreneurs gain permanent residence in Canada.
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The Start-Up Visa program is falling short in a number of key areas, including job creation, global trade opportunities and the long-term viability of businesses.
Almost half of Canadian entrepreneurs are experiencing mental health challenges related to stress and finances.
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Recognizing and addressing the mental health struggles of entrepreneurs is not just a matter of compassion, but is also an essential investment in society at large.
Increasing inclusivity in entrepreneurship will foster more equitable economic participation across the board.
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