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Exploring inter-generational influence on entrepreneurial intention: the mediating role of perceived desirability and perceived feasibility

Saeed, S.; Muffatto, M.; Yousafzai, S.

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Authors

M. Muffatto

S. Yousafzai



Abstract

Children of self-employed parents are twice as likely as other children to become self-employed themselves, as family background exerts a significant influence on the values, attitudes, and behaviour one adopts. This study explores how entrepreneurial intentions are transmitted across generations within families. Using the data from 805 respondents and expanding upon Shapero and Sokol's model of intention in entrepreneurial events (SEE), we analyse the role of an entrepreneurial family background as an intergenerational influence on entrepreneurial intention and the underlying mediating effect of perceived desirability and perceived feasibility in starting a business.

Citation

Saeed, S., Muffatto, M., & Yousafzai, S. (2014). Exploring inter-generational influence on entrepreneurial intention: the mediating role of perceived desirability and perceived feasibility. International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management, 18(2/3), 134-153. https://doi.org/10.1504/ijeim.2014.062877

Journal Article Type Article
Online Publication Date Jun 25, 2014
Publication Date Jun 25, 2014
Deposit Date Sep 6, 2017
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management
Print ISSN 1368-275X
Electronic ISSN 1741-5098
Publisher Inderscience
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 18
Issue 2/3
Pages 134-153
DOI https://doi.org/10.1504/ijeim.2014.062877
Public URL https://durham-repository.worktribe.com/output/1350095