The author defines the term "entrepreneur" and discusses how business educators can train students to run a small business successfully. She notes the trend toward job growth in the service industry and states that this trend will influence the growth of entrepreneurship as an area of study. (CH)

Argues for the establishment of a substantive, far-reaching educational development program for entrepreneurship, spanning elementary through postsecondary and continuing education. Program foci would be (1) entrepreneurship awareness and exploration and (2) responsiveness to the local small business community. (SK)

Describes a study of small business owners conducted to discover if women entrepreneurs differ significantly from their male counterparts in the manner in which they operate their businesses. Results also revealed to what extent entrepreneurs assessed their own abilities in administrative and interpersonal skills and how this was related to their…

Four short articles discuss the training of those who will eventually own and operate their own businesses or have an opportunity to manage a business for others. They include facts, procedures, and concepts that will aid students in becoming effective members of the business community. (JOW)

This fastback document examines small education businesses that provide direct and personal instructional service to clients. Although education private-practice enterprises have not received the attention that high-profile companies have commanded, there are thousands of such one- and two-person enterprises. These practices work with and support…

For many Korean Americans, the American dream of building a better future in the United States for their families is realized through a focus on entrepreneurship. Their formula for entrepreneurial success is simple and effective: (1) identifying a business opportunity; and (2) working hard to turn the opportunity into a business success. Korean…

Points out the need for educational programs targeted to young adults and existing and potential owners of small businesses. Recommends that, before beginning such a program, educators work with business leaders to determine community needs and the interest in program topics and scheduling alternatives. (JOW)

The combination of vision and appropriate education can result in entrepreneurial success. Educators can play a key role in determining attitudes toward the business system and in teaching management skills. (SK)

A case study of a small high-tech business explains how they created a virtual cluster of innovation through supply networks, enhancing their own learning and facilitating integration of knowledge. This process overcomes limitations to management learning for small companies in isolated regions. (Contains 66 references.) (SK)

The Knowledge and Learning in Advanced Supply Systems (KLASS) project developed collaborative learning networks of suppliers in the British automotive and aerospace industries. Methods included face-to-face and distance learning, work toward National Vocational Qualifications, and diagnostic workshops for senior managers on improving quality,…

Data from Benefits Supplements to the Current Population Survey show that large firms hired younger workers more than small firms; starting wages discriminated less between older and younger workers. The wage premium associated with large firms did not obtain for those hired at 35 or older. Wage growth in large firms equaled or exceeded that in…

A 3-year observational study of a project to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) conducted by a British university highlighted initial contacts and working methods that were effective. Results identified why some SMEs do not make full use of facilities offered and reasons for overall success. (Contains 13 references.) (JOW)

A study of 19 small and medium-sized Spanish companies that established international cooperation agreements during 1997-1998 demonstrated that organizational cultures, company size, and national cultures significantly influence the learning that occurs. Negative influences include different work attitudes, languages, and communication systems. A…

An Australian small business survey (n=409, 12% response) and 20 case studies explored owner-managers' learning disposition, resources, and obstacles. The development of a learning culture contributed to growth in small businesses and distinguished between effective and noneffective economic performance. (Contains 36 references.) (SK)

Occupational expertise of Dutch employees in early (n=73), mid (n=106), and late (n=54) career stages in small/medium-sized businesses was examined in relationship to three variables: participation in social networks, participation in training, and career initiatives. Network participation increased with age. Early- and late-career workers…