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Mitigating vulnerabilities experienced by everyday entrepreneurs in the informal economy: a strength-based approach

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: • Everyday entrepreneurs face vulnerabilities across three ecosystem levels. • SBA extends entrepreneurship theories by centering vulnerability mitigation. • The SBA-ETBA framework links strengths to subjective well-being. • Strength alignment is theorized across three ecosystem levels. • Implications inform communities, service organizations, and policymakers.

Source: Journal of Business Research

DOI: 10.1016/j.jbusres.2026.116325

Authors: Maximilian Bauer, Shashi Matta

Institution: Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt

Language: English

Topic: Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences

Subfield: Management of Technology and Innovation

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,440