The Traits of Necessity Entrepreneurs that Lead to Success

Abstract

This dissertation presents research in the field of entrepreneurship and focuses on the variables that influence the success or failure of the "Necessity Entrepreneurs". There are necessity entrepreneurs such as new immigrants, fired or disabled people, who turn to this path of risk and innovation as a result of coercion or necessity. In contrast, there are the opportunity entrepreneurs that have clear vision, energy, abilities, and funds from an early stage of their business life cycle. The aim of this research is to add knowledge in the field of entrepreneurship, arguing that additional variables that influence the success of the necessity entrepreneur will be found. Applications of the research will aid to clarify issues the about the forces that drive necessity entrepreneurs to re-vitalization and prosperity.