From Passion to Success: A Journey Through the Emotional Landscape of Entrepreneurial (He)arts

Morfaki, C.; Morfaki, C

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From Passion to Success: A Journey Through the Emotional Landscape of Entrepreneurial (He) arts

Morfaki, C.

Real-World Tools and Scenarios for Entrepreneurship Exploration: 169-201

2024

ISSN/ISBN: 9798369331019

Accession: 096950484

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Summary

Entrepreneurship encompasses various definitions and sub- domains, reflecting its multifaceted nature. Yet, at its essence, entrepreneurship remains a deeply personal journey. This chapter explores the emotional landscape of entrepreneurship, investigating how psychological characteristics influence entrepreneurial emergence, decision- making, and performance. Passion, cognition, and motivational drives shape the entrepreneurial venture, marked by uncertainty and diverse roles. Understanding how entrepreneurs perceive and seize opportunities is crucial for unraveling the complexity of entrepreneurship. Passion, in its various forms, acts as a catalyst for entrepreneurial success, influencing venture growth through goalsetting and commitment. Conversely, the interplay between risk- taking propensity, need for achievement, and affect impacts both decision- making and performance dynamics. Ultimately, entrepreneurial success transcends mere destination, embodying the culmination of an emotional odyssey that empowers individuals to overcome challenges and realize their aspirations. "Character is Destiny." Heraclitus (535 BCE - 475 BCE).