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Taxonomic Theories of Entrepreneurship

Classifying entrepreneurial forms based on motivation, family dynamics, and digital transformation.

Module 1: Motivation and Entry

UNIT 1 Necessity vs. Opportunity Entrepreneurship

UNIT 2 Hybrid Entrepreneurship

UNIT 3 Serial Entrepreneurship

Module 2: Contextual Forms

UNIT 4 Social Entrepreneurship

UNIT 5 Digital Entrepreneurship

UNIT 6 Family Entrepreneurship

UNIT 7 Lifestyle Entrepreneurship

Taxonomic Theory Quiz

1. Necessity entrepreneurship is typically driven by: Finding a lucrative gap in the tech market A lack of other viable employment options or survival needs

2. Hybrid Entrepreneurship describes individuals who: Start a business while simultaneously holding a wage-paying job Use both digital and physical storefronts

3. A Serial Entrepreneur is someone who: Starts, grows, and exits multiple businesses in succession Owns multiple different brands under one giant corporation

4. Lifestyle Entrepreneurship is primarily focused on: Achieving a certain personal quality of life rather than maximizing growth Becoming a "Unicorn" startup worth over $1 billion

5. Digital Entrepreneurship differs from traditional forms because it: Relies on digital technologies as a fundamental part of the business model and value proposition Only allows payments in cryptocurrency

6. Family Entrepreneurship often focuses on "Socio-emotional Wealth," which means: Prioritizing family values, legacy, and control alongside financial profit Avoiding any involvement of family members in the business

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