A Systems View Across Time and Space
Entrepreneurial characteristics | Definition |
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Innovativeness | An intention to introduce new product or services, driven by creativity, trial, process, and use of the latest technology. |
Risk taking | A decision with strong determination under uncertainties, e.g., decision to invest in markets or loans, then used to invest in a new venture |
Proactiveness | A forward-looking attitude for new business opportunities, e.g., new a product or service design, even in a competitive environment, as well as ways to transform the business |
Competitive aggressiveness | A proactive attempt to face severe competition and an ability to counteract well to create a competitive business advantage |
Autonomy | The freedom of an individual or a group to make decisions and to push forward new business concepts, practically applying them in real life |