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Biological Theories About Entrepreneurship

Investigating the physiological, genetic, and ecological foundations of entrepreneurial action.

Module 1: Inherited Traits & Energy

UNIT 1 Genetic Theory

UNIT 2 Physiological Theory

UNIT 3 Entrepreneurial Energy Theory

UNIT 4 The Great Man Theory

Module 2: Developmental & Ecological Context

UNIT 5 Population Ecology

UNIT 6 Niche Theory

UNIT 7 Birth Order Theory

UNIT 8 Childhood Adversity Theory

Module 3: Neurodiversity & Biology

UNIT 9 Neurodiverse Entrepreneurs

UNIT 10 Addiction and Entrepreneurship

UNIT 11 Brain Parasite Theory (T. gondii)

Biological Theory Quiz

1. Population Ecology Theory suggests that the survival of a venture depends primarily on: Environmental selection and the fit within the organizational "population" Only the personal intelligence of the CEO

2. Genetic Theory of Entrepreneurship researches: The heritability of entrepreneurial tendencies through twin studies and DNA How to genetically engineer better employees

3. The Brain Parasite Theory (specifically Toxoplasma gondii) posits that: Infection might correlate with higher risk-taking and entrepreneurial activity Parasites make people too sick to work

4. Neurodiversity Theory views conditions like ADHD or Dyslexia as: Biological differences that can provide unique entrepreneurial advantages Deficits that prevent a person from ever starting a business

5. Childhood Adversity Theory suggests that early life challenges can: Foster resilience and a "survivalist" mindset useful for entrepreneurship Always lead to business failure

6. Entrepreneurial Energy Theory focuses on: The physical and mental stamina required to sustain venture creation Solar panels and renewable energy startups

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