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Nexus between Personality and Entrepreneurial Intention: A Research Framework Proposal Cover

Nexus between Personality and Entrepreneurial Intention: A Research Framework Proposal

By: Zeba Danish and  Parvaiz Talib  
Open Access
|Dec 2025

Abstract

This study explores the intricate relationship between personality traits and entrepreneurial intentions, integrating psychological and entrepreneurial theories. It presents a comprehensive framework emphasizing personality as a key factor in entrepreneurship. The framework categorizes traits into three groups. Narrow traits risk-taking propensity, need for achievement, and locus of control are directly linked to entrepreneurial behaviors and decision-making. Selfish traits narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism relate to self-centered and manipulative tendencies that may shape entrepreneurial actions. Big Five traits, openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism, offer a broader perspective on personality and behavior. The theoretical contribution lies in synthesizing these diverse traits into a cohesive framework, bridging gaps in existing literature. By integrating multiple personality dimensions, this study enhances the understanding of the psychological foundations of entrepreneurial intentions. This approach provides a structured platform for future research and a deeper insight into how personality influences entrepreneurship.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/zireb-2025-0015 | Journal eISSN: 1849-1162 | Journal ISSN: 1331-5609
Language: English
Page range: 49 - 66
Published on: Dec 6, 2025
Published by: University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics & Business
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 2 issues per year

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