In this paper, the authors investigate what determines entrepreneurial success by studying the characteristics of rural kiosk operators in India, specifically kiosks run by Drishtee. We constructed a questionnaire to collect data on various psychological factors from existing kiosk operators … Read More
Small, Growing Businesses and Employment
What Determines Entrepreneurial Success? A Psychometric Study of Rural Entrepreneurs in India
Viral Acharya, Abhilasha Rajanb, Antoinette Schoar
Are there Cultural Determinants of Entrepreneurship?
Rajkamal Iyer, Antoinette Schoar
This paper sheds light on the heterogeneity in the way that entrepreneurs from different communities conduct their business and the importance of community ties on the business dealings of entrepreneurs.