Entrepreneurship Management (8.5.
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1. External & Internal Factors Affecting Entrepreneurship
Internal Factors:
- Personal Traits: Risk-taking ability, motivation, vision, leadership, decision-making.
- Skills & Knowledge: Technical know-how, management skills, innovation.
- Resources: Availability of finance, human resources, technology.
- Business Plan: A well-defined business model and strategy.
- Support System: Family backing, mentors, professional networks.
External Factors:
- Economic Environment: Market demand, inflation, interest rates.
- Political & Legal Framework: Government regulations, taxation, labor laws.
- Socio-Cultural Factors: Social values, education level, cultural attitudes.
- Technological Developments: Innovation, internet, AI, digitization.
- Infrastructure: Transportation, logistics, communication networks.
- Financial Institutions: Access to funding, ease of loans, venture capital.
2. Entrepreneurial Development (ED) Cycle
- Identification of Potential Entrepreneurs
- Training & Development
- Business Plan Preparation
- Assistance in Project Implementation
- Monitoring & Support
- Growth & Sustainability
3. Role of SMEs in India
- Employment Generation: Over 110 million jobs.
- GDP Contribution: ~30% of India's GDP.
- Export Contribution: 48% of total exports.
- Regional Development: Equitable development in rural/semi-urban areas.
- Innovation and Flexibility: Grassroots innovation, adaptability.
- Support for Large Industries: Act as suppliers/vendors.
Schemes: PMEGP, MSME Credit Guarantee, SIDBI schemes, Udyam Registration
4. Effective Strategies to Secure Funding
- Develop a Clear Business Plan
- Bootstrap Initially
- Pitch to Angel Investors
- Seek Venture Capitalists
- Bank Loans and Government Schemes
- Crowdfunding Platforms
- Strategic Partnerships and Grants
5. How to Create an Elevator Pitch
Structure:
- Problem Statement
- Solution
- Value Proposition
- Target Market
- Call to Action
Example:
"We're building an AI-powered app that helps small retailers manage inventory in real-time..."
6. Strategy to Launch New Product Line in Competitive Market
- Market Research
- Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
- Positioning Strategy
- Pricing Strategy
- Marketing & Promotion
- Distribution Channels
- Customer Feedback & Iteration
- Leverage Technology & Analytics
7. Women and Family Entrepreneurship
Women Entrepreneurship:
- Definition: Business owned and operated by a woman/group of women.
- Challenges: Social constraints, access to finance, skill gaps.
- Support: Stand-Up India, WEP, Mahila Coir Yojana
Family Entrepreneurship:
- Definition: Business owned and managed by family members.
- Advantages: Trust, long-term focus.
- Challenges: Succession, governance.
- Success Factors: Role clarity, professionalism.