Why Founders Follow the Crowd—and How Ecosystems Can Change That
Herd behavior in startups is not just about incentives. It is also about how ecosystems signal which ventures deserve attention, capital, and recognition.
Herd behavior in startups is not just about incentives. It is also about how ecosystems signal which ventures deserve attention, capital, and recognition.
A study of more than 13,000 Italian startups finds that founder experience — not youth or location — may be the key to converting innovation into revenue growth and job creation.
A study of more than 14,000 people across 11 countries finds that people guided by sacred values are less likely to become self-employed, especially in cultures that strongly enforce tradition and conformity.
A study of renewable energy adoption in Europe shows that businesses move faster when regulation, entrepreneurial activity, and cultural values reinforce one another.
New research shows that tweets and campaign buzz can significantly increase crowdfunding success for women-led ventures.
Social entrepreneurs care more about mission continuity than cashing out. This research-backed framework helps founders prepare successors, reduce founder dependence, and sustain impact.
This New York Times article points out that 5.7 million Americans filed paperwork to start new businesses last year. Experts say AI is actually helping.
How Great Entrepreneurs Think
Character, work ethic, and cultural fit matter as much as skill when building a startup team, especially in public-facing businesses.
When political leaders attack public institutions, entrepreneurs may become less willing to formally register their businesses—and more likely to operate informally.
When every problem feels urgent, it often signals an inability to prioritize. Leaders need to identify why this is happening, and develop protocols for moving forward.
Supported by the Richard M Schulze Family Foundation