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Entrepreneurship in Mexico: Reality, Myths, and Challenges

The History of Entrepreneurship in Mexico

ISBN: 978-1-83909-172-8, eISBN: 978-1-83909-171-1

Publication date: 3 June 2020

Abstract

There is a consensus in the literature on entrepreneurship on the crucial role of environmental conditions in the identification, development, and quality of entrepreneurial initiatives. Given the relevance of entrepreneurship and the lack of evidence, academic debates request more evidence regarding the main determinants of entrepreneurial activities in emerging economies. Inspired by these academic debates, the objective of this chapter is to provide a better understanding of the role of entrepreneurship in Mexico. Our preliminary results allow us to identify applied research trends to study the entrepreneurial spirit in Mexico, as well as elements to discuss the myths, realities, and challenges faced by Mexican entrepreneurs during the last government administration. Our chapter contributes with implications for entrepreneurs, researchers, and decision-makers.

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Acknowledgments

The authors would like to thank the editors and anonymous reviewers for their insightful comments that contributed substantially to the development of this chapter. Authors acknowledge the financial support from the PRODEM Project.

Citation

Guerrero, M. and Santamaría-Velasco, C.A. (2020), "Entrepreneurship in Mexico: Reality, Myths, and Challenges", Alvarado, A.A. and Montiel Méndez, O.J. (Ed.) The History of Entrepreneurship in Mexico, Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 67-82. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83909-171-120201011

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Emerald Publishing Limited