Technical Session - 6

Title:           Traits of women entrepreneurs in small enterprises: a factor analytical study
Authors:      Anil Kumar
Abstract:     This paper endeavors to examine the traits of women entrepreneurs in small enterprises. A sample of 163 women entrepreneurs has been taken from national capital region. A well designed pre-tested questionnaire consisting of 19 statements was administered to women entrepreneurs of small scale sector. Factor analytical model has been used to analyze the data. Factor analytical model has reduced these 19 statements into six factors i.e. achievement orientation, recognition, improvement in networking, innovation in business, monetary benefits and learning. The results of the study revealed that traits of entrepreneurs are changing considerably. Women entrepreneurs want to be achievement oriented. They want to bring innovations in business along with recognition. They want to develop better networking in order to serve the society in an effective manner. Institutes imparting training in the field of entrepreneurship development should design their training programs keeping in view the traits of women entrepreneurs. The results of the study reveal that entrepreneurs have changed their attitude while doing business. They are also laying more emphasis to serve society in addition to wealth creation. Efforts should be made to develop creativity among women entrepreneurs.

Keywords:    Factor Analytical Model, Achievement, Learning, Change, Society
Pages:         341-344

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