Entrepreneurial Attributes During Times of Crisis: The role of Bullshit Praxis and other factors

Binetter, Jennifer Amy

Entrepreneurial Attributes During Times of Crisis: The role of Bullshit Praxis and other factors

Binetter, Jennifer Amy

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dc.contributor.author	Binetter, Jennifer Amy
dc.date.accessioned	2024-05-24T06:05:25Z
dc.date.available	2024-05-24T06:05:25Z
dc.date.issued	2023
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/179188
dc.description	University of Technology Sydney. TD School.	en_US.UTF-8
dc.description.abstract	This thesis examines entrepreneurial attributes within the context of the COVID-19 crisis. It seeks to address two central objectives. First, to explore the extent to which current conceptualisations of entrepreneurial attributes reflect how entrepreneurs understand their own actions, thoughts and behaviours. Second, to understand the firsthand experiences of entrepreneurs with a view to uncover and explore novel attributes. These objectives bear significance for scholars, policymakers and practitioners seeking deeper insights into the role of entrepreneurial attributes during crises. This is especially significant given the dearth of research regarding entrepreneurial attributes in crises, particularly concerning COVID-19, highlighting a significant research gap in the domain. First, this research has unveiled fresh insights within the relatively underexplored category of Curiosity, and introduced three novel and individually observable attributes of entrepreneurs, Bullshit Praxis, Pro-Ethical Self-Assessment and Dissatisfaction Mindset. These attributes manifested with notable frequency and distinctiveness. Second, established entrepreneurial attributes were observed with variations in salience. Attributes such as risk attitude and entrepreneurial self-efficacy exhibited higher prevalence than the Big Five personality traits. Finally, a detailed typological classification of entrepreneurial Bullshit Praxis is presented, highlighting two overarching types and ten subtypes, offering a framework for comprehending entrepreneurial Bullshit Praxis. This thesis yielded several key contributions, drawing from a sample of 18 founder entrepreneurs, located in Sydney, Australia. First, this is the first study to identify and articulate the concept of "Bullshit Praxis" as an original and before-uncharted attribute intrinsic to entrepreneurs. Second, this is the first study to identify and theorise how Pro-Ethical Self-Assessment and Dissatisfaction Mindset present in entrepreneurial speech, together with identifying Bullshit Praxis and offering new insights on Curiosity. This research, rooted in a qualitative, phenomenographic approach, surpasses conventional survey methodologies to deliver a nuanced portrayal of the entrepreneurial experience. By delving into cognitive intricacies and contextual dimensions, it refines entrepreneurial personality delineation. Concurrently, the thesis uncovers novel dimensions of entrepreneurial attributes by exploring firsthand experiences—a critical undertaking, particularly in crises. Consequently, this thesis extends valuable insights to scholars, policymakers and practitioners navigating the complex landscape of entrepreneurship during turbulent times, providing a nuanced understanding of how established and novel attributes manifest in the unique context of COVID-19. Second, it equips entrepreneurs with a practical understanding for self-assessment and reflection, enhancing their adaptive capacities in crisis scenarios. This thesis highlights the need for further exploration and provides a foundation for understanding the intricate relationship of entrepreneurial attributes in crises.	en_US.UTF-8
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dc.rights	© 2023 Jennifer Amy Binetter
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dc.title	Entrepreneurial Attributes During Times of Crisis: The role of Bullshit Praxis and other factors	en_US.UTF-8
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This thesis examines entrepreneurial attributes within the context of the COVID-19 crisis. It seeks to address two central objectives. First, to explore the extent to which current conceptualisations of entrepreneurial attributes reflect how entrepreneurs understand their own actions, thoughts and behaviours. Second, to understand the firsthand experiences of entrepreneurs with a view to uncover and explore novel attributes. These objectives bear significance for scholars, policymakers and practitioners seeking deeper insights into the role of entrepreneurial attributes during crises. This is especially significant given the dearth of research regarding entrepreneurial attributes in crises, particularly concerning COVID-19, highlighting a significant research gap in the domain. First, this research has unveiled fresh insights within the relatively underexplored category of Curiosity, and introduced three novel and individually observable attributes of entrepreneurs, Bullshit Praxis, Pro-Ethical Self-Assessment and Dissatisfaction Mindset. These attributes manifested with notable frequency and distinctiveness. Second, established entrepreneurial attributes were observed with variations in salience. Attributes such as risk attitude and entrepreneurial self-efficacy exhibited higher prevalence than the Big Five personality traits. Finally, a detailed typological classification of entrepreneurial Bullshit Praxis is presented, highlighting two overarching types and ten subtypes, offering a framework for comprehending entrepreneurial Bullshit Praxis. This thesis yielded several key contributions, drawing from a sample of 18 founder entrepreneurs, located in Sydney, Australia. First, this is the first study to identify and articulate the concept of "Bullshit Praxis" as an original and before-uncharted attribute intrinsic to entrepreneurs. Second, this is the first study to identify and theorise how Pro-Ethical Self-Assessment and Dissatisfaction Mindset present in entrepreneurial speech, together with identifying Bullshit Praxis and offering new insights on Curiosity. This research, rooted in a qualitative, phenomenographic approach, surpasses conventional survey methodologies to deliver a nuanced portrayal of the entrepreneurial experience. By delving into cognitive intricacies and contextual dimensions, it refines entrepreneurial personality delineation. Concurrently, the thesis uncovers novel dimensions of entrepreneurial attributes by exploring firsthand experiences—a critical undertaking, particularly in crises. Consequently, this thesis extends valuable insights to scholars, policymakers and practitioners navigating the complex landscape of entrepreneurship during turbulent times, providing a nuanced understanding of how established and novel attributes manifest in the unique context of COVID-19. Second, it equips entrepreneurs with a practical understanding for self-assessment and reflection, enhancing their adaptive capacities in crisis scenarios. This thesis highlights the need for further exploration and provides a foundation for understanding the intricate relationship of entrepreneurial attributes in crises.

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