MENTORING AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP: EXAMINING THE POTENTIAL FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION AND FOR ASPIRING NEW ENTREPRENEURS

Mentoring has been studied extensively and many positive benefits have been identified. Recently, more universities and governments have been attempting to use this powerful tool in an attempt to develop potential entrepreneurs. While a great deal of research has examined the key requirements for me...

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Published in:Journal of small business strategy 2013-01, Vol.23 (1), p.93
Main Author: Wilbanks, James E
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Business plans
Careers
Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship education
Feedback
Mentoring programs
Mentors
Small business
Student retention
Studies
Teachers
Teams
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Summary:Mentoring has been studied extensively and many positive benefits have been identified. Recently, more universities and governments have been attempting to use this powerful tool in an attempt to develop potential entrepreneurs. While a great deal of research has examined the key requirements for mentoring programs within established organizations, less is known about how the demands for effective mentoring change in the entrepreneurial context. This paper discusses effective mentoring in entrepreneurial education for both student led case competitions and networks for aspiring entrepreneurs. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:1081-8510
2380-1751