Measuring Entrepreneurial Businesses

Current Knowledge and Challenges

Erik Hurst editor John Haltiwanger editor Javier Miranda editor Antoinette Schoar editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:The University of Chicago Press

Published:31st Oct '17

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This insightful book explores the diverse impact of start-ups on the economy, highlighting both successes and failures in the entrepreneurial landscape.

In Measuring Entrepreneurial Businesses, the intricate relationship between start-ups and the broader economy is examined in depth. The book highlights how entrepreneurial ventures, particularly in the tech sector, play a crucial role in driving economic growth. While high-profile companies like Apple and Google often steal the spotlight, the reality is that many start-ups face significant challenges and ultimately fail. This diversity in performance raises important questions about how to accurately measure the impact of these businesses on economic development.

The authors, a collective of economists and data analysts, delve into various themes throughout the book. The initial chapters focus on distinguishing between high-performing and low-performing entrepreneurial ventures, assessing their contributions to job creation, innovation, and productivity. By analyzing these different categories, the book provides valuable insights into what drives success and what factors contribute to failure in the start-up ecosystem.

As the narrative progresses, Measuring Entrepreneurial Businesses addresses the evolving challenges that entrepreneurs encounter over time, particularly in relation to economic cycles. The final sections of the book tackle critical measurement issues, emphasizing the need for new data projects that aim to enhance our understanding of this dynamic sector. Overall, the book serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in the complexities of measuring the impact of entrepreneurial activities on the economy.

ISBN: 9780226454078

Dimensions: 24mm x 15mm x 3mm

Weight: 794g

512 pages