What is Entrepreneurial Mindset Social?
Entrepreneurial Mindset Social is a special interest group of the global Entrepreneurial Mindset Network.
The Network’s vision is that everybody can benefit from having an entrepreneurial mindset. The mindset is relevant not only to social entrepreneurs but also to citizens, employees and leaders in the not-for-profit sectors who want to create cultural, environmental or social value.
The social group’s mission is to inspire you to make your unique contribution to society through your use of the entrepreneurial mindset.
To get you off to a flying start the Network provides a common sense mindset definition that you will find easy to understand and use. To help you in your ongoing mindset development we offer a book, workshops, and a range of online Mindset Behaviour (MBA) tools.
What are the benefits of joining the Network?
It is quick, easy and free to join the Network. Simply press the [JOIN] button at the top of this page. We encourage you to add your membership to your CV and we will provide you with instructions so that you can add your membership to your LinkedIn profile.
Followers of the Network’s company page on LinkedIn come from 73 countries. People who have registered to join the Network are located in 107 countries
To stimulate your thinking we provide a range of mindset examples that showcase people from all over the world applying the mindset to create value and impact in society.
To give you more opportunities for international networking we invite you to join our series of interactive webinars where you can meet new people, exchange ideas and gain new insights.
Who runs the Network?
Paul Coyle is the Founder and Director of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network. He is an expert in the entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and organisational transformation.
Paul is a member of the Oxford Entrepreneurs Network, a global network of entrepreneurs and investors who were educated at the University of Oxford.
You can visit Paul's Linkedin profile where where you can choose to connect with him. Currently Paul is connected on LinkedIn to more than 11,000 professionals all over the world.
You will be able to see a summary of his professional experience as an entrepreneur, expert and as an executive and professor in higher education. You will also be able to read and interact with his regular LinkedIn posts about the entrepreneurial mindset.
The Entrepreneurial Mindset Network has created an easy to understand, common sense and practical definition of the entrepreneurial mindset. It is quick to understand, easy to remember and of practical use in a diverse range of contexts. As an aid to memory, 1 essential entrepreneurial behaviour is allocated to each of the 7 letters in the word MINDSET.
What is a good definition?
Many people use the phrase “entrepreneurial mindset” in a vague or ill-defined way. To solve this problem, the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network has created an easy to understand, common sense and practical definition of the entrepreneurial mindset. What makes this definition distinctive is that it is based on 7 essential entrepreneurial behaviours. Other definitions use generic business or transferable skills and they then fail to fully capture the distinctive nature of entrepreneurship. Our focus is on helping people to think, act and behave like an entrepreneur. As an aid to memory, 1 entrepreneurial behaviour is allocated to each of the 7 letters in the word MINDSET.
Can I download the definition?
To support people all around the world, the Network’s definition of the mindset has been designed to be relevant in diverse cultural contexts and has been translated into 16 languages.
[DOWNLOAD] the definition in the following languages by clicking on the name of the language:
[عربي] [中国人] [Deutschen] [ελληνικά] [English] [Español] [français] [italiano] [Nederlands] [Português] [ਪੰਜਾਬੀ] [română] [Русский] [Српски] [shqip] [Türkçe]
How was the definition created?
The definition was developed by examining research studies that have tried to explain the success of entrepreneurs through an understanding of their personalities, skills and behaviours. In addition, we considered positive and negative perceptions of entrepreneurship e.g. with regard to ethical behaviour. Overall, the definition attempts to be both realistic and practical. The mindset has to be more than simple self-belief or wishful thinking. Therefore, at the core of our definition is the idea of taking action. This can mean being prepared to put in the hard work and also being resilient in the face of the inevitable challenges of an entrepreneurial journey.
We aim to gather inspiring stories from the members of our international Network and share them on this website. You can find inspiration and reflect on your own practice. Click on an image to read or download a story. You can also share your own story, bringing your lessons and experiences to the attention of like-minded people around the world.
Share your own story
We welcome articles, opinion pieces and interviews on any aspect of the entrepreneurial mindset and society. To discuss your idea, to get advice about preparing a draft story, to receive questions if you would prefer to be interviewed, or to submit your draft article for review and feedback, simply use the contact details below.
The application of circular thinking
in the creative economy
Isabelle Antunès
Country Representative Senegal 🇸🇳
Empowering young people to be leaders of social change
Nicole Amey
Kepnock State High School 🇦🇺
Lessons for social entrepreneurship
Stefan Chichevaliev
Social Entrepreneurship Observatory 🇲🇰
Business innovation and social entrepreneurship in Central Asia
Saidqosim Mukhtorov
Institute of Economy and Trade of TSUC 🇹🇯
Empowering refugees to set up or grow a business in Manchester
Amitava Guha
Caritas Diocese of Salford 🏴
Civic universities and the needs of local communities
Adam Leach
National Civic Impact Accelerator 🏴
Innovation & the transition to inclusive digital economies in South East Asia
Giulia Ajmone Marsan
Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia 🇹🇯
Entrepreneurship and development - what is missing?
Gerson Sopó Montero
Universidad Católica de Santiago de Guayaquil 🇪🇨
Breaking the glass ceiling: women entrepreneurs making it happen
Fiorina Mugione
GDSI Limited🇨🇭
Responding to the needs of cities and regions
Raffaele Trapasso
OECD 🇫🇷
How entrepreneurship can change lives
Jay Wasim
Heriot-Watt University 🏴
Towards the entrepreneurial society
Yancy Vaillant
TBS Education 🇪🇸
Social entrepreneurship - developing an ecosystem
Stefan Chichevaliev
Social Entrepreneurship Observatory 🇲🇰
Research, innovation and community development in the Philippines
Jonas Villas
Leyte Normal University 🇵🇭
International partnerships and sustainability in Nepal
Ravi Bhandari
Gandaki University🇳🇵
Social entrepreneurs fighting climate change
Luka Minić
Independent educator and entrepreneur🇲🇪
Entrepreneurship
for the creative industries
Michele Philips
Royal Northern College of Music 🏴
Refugee entrepreneurship
Kristina Vayda
FAIRE 🇫🇷
Instilling a winning mindset in the young
Danie Jacobs
Young Entrepreneurs Virtual Academy 🇿🇦
Anatolian Valley:
a new entrepreneurship zone
Selahattin Ciritci
Freelance researhcer/trainer 🇹🇷
Fostering an entrepreneurial mindset in children
Trudie Murray
Cork Institute of Technology 🇮🇪
Global mindset
Viviana Premazzi
Global Mindset Development 🇲🇹
Entrepreneurship in the city of Ghent
Steve Stevens
Ghent University 🇧🇪
An innovation centre of excellence in the Ukraine
Ivan Petrenko
Ukranian Catholic University 🇺🇦
Entrepreneurship education in South Africa
Paul Coyle
Entrepreneurial Mindset Network 🇫🇷
Future Africa
Bernard Slippers
University of Pretoria 🇿🇦
A new mindset for local government
Anita Thornberry
Haven Gateway Partnerhsip 🇧🇪
We aim to facilitate networking amongst an international community of people and organisations who share a commitment to using the entrepreneurial mindset to create social value and impact.
Join the Network
It is quick and easy to become a member of the Network by clicking the [JOIN THE NETWORK] at the top of any page on this website. Membership is free. You have the option to add your membership to your LinkedIn profile - instructions how to do this are in your welcome message when you join.
Interactive webinars
We will soon launch a series of interactive webinars for the members of our community. What will make our webinars distinctive will be the emphasis on enabling a conversation, one which allows an exchange of views between community members and the co-creation of actions that will support change. After each webinar, we will produce a summary of the key lessons and make a PDF available for download.
Paul Coyle
Paul Coyle is the Founder and Director of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network. He is an expert in the entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and organisational transformation. You can view Paul's LinkedIn profile, and follow or connect with him.
Benefits of the mindset for individuals
The right mindset will help you not just to cope with all the changes life throws at you, but to be strong, to thrive and to build a path towards the best possible version of your life. It empowers and energises you, it keeps you realistic and determined. The mindset keeps your motivation high, even in difficult times. It makes you resilient; you say to yourself “despite all the obstacles, how do I make this happen?” The entrepreneurial mindset will help you to achieve your goals in life and your career, and to make your unique contributionto the world.
Benefits of the Mindset for organisations
The entrepreneurial mindset can make sure that an organsiation gets the very best from each of its employees. Leaders and managers can use the mindset to release all the untapped human potential in their organisations, by empowering employees, encouraging and rewarding them to innovate, take risks and act in the interests of customers. Innovation is enhanced when more employees are empowered, when there is greater diversity, inclusivity and equity. Employees with the right mindset transform the organisation with their can-do attitude. In turn, this enables organisations to succeed with significant, large scale and transformational change.
Benefits of the mindset for society
Society is improved by having more people who feel empowered to take action about societal issues. It makes a difference when individuals choose to try and make their own contribution to societal problems. The entrepreneurial mindset can help each of us to see our place in the larger system and the part we can play. As individuals we can't solve the really big problems by ourselves but we can find and collaborate with other people who share the same desire to make a difference. When each of us asks “I think this change is important so how do I make it happen?” we can all find the part we can play in addressing societal and global issues, including the Sustainable Development Goals as agreed by the United Nations General Assembly.
Sustainable development
Discussions around the entrepreneurial mindset in society take into consideration a number of the Sustainable Development Goals established in 2015 by the United Nations, including gender equality, clean energy, sustainable cities and communities and climate action.
Our mission is to empower our members to use the mindset so that they can make their unique contribution to the world. Use our defintion of the mindset. Find inspiration in the examples from around the world. Add new connections from our global community to your network. Read our book, register for our workshops, explore your results from our MINDSET Profile Tool in personal coaching sessions.
Now in its third edition, this book is a step-by-step practical guide to understanding and developing the entrepreneurial mindset.
The book will give inspiration to social entrepreneurs, and will also be of value to learning & development professionals.
Mindset Book Reviews
Get your hands on this inspiring step-by-step guide today! It will equip you with the tools you need to achieve success in a rapidly changing world. Enikő Koppány, Hungary, 2023.
A well-written, hands-on book. The reflective questions at the end of each chapter are an excellent guide to help people change their way of thinking.Bob Bastian, Italy, 2022.
This clear, engaging book has made me look at my work with fresh eyes, giving me a new sense of purpose. Highly recommended. Carolyn Howitt,United Kingdom, 2020.
A very helpful book that inspires the reader, stimulates his thought and excites hiscuriosity. Roberto Brambilla,Italy, 2020.
How to read the book
You can read the 3 introductory chapters of the book on screen for free on Google Play.
You can purchase the complete book for the equivalent of 7.99€ on Google Play. This gives you access to 7 additional detailed chapters, 1 for each of the 7 entrepreneurial behaviours, and 140 self-reflection questions. You can read the full book in your web browser, and online or offline using the Google Play Books app for Android, iPhone and iPad.
You can purchase a print copy for the equivalent of 12.99€ plus shipping costs.
All purchases are charged in the currency of your credit card.
Note: participants in workshops and master classes will receive a code for a complimentary copy of the book on Google Play.
Mindset Workshops
The Entrepreneurial Mindset Network provides a range of workshops and master classes that accelerate the development of the mindset. These events are engaging, realistic, inclusive, make the most of your existing expertise and create actions that are designed to support real change. Following completion of a master class, participants have the option to add an award to the Education section of their LinkedIn profile.
5 Reasons our Master Classes are Distinctive and Impactful.
1 We make our Master Classes engaging. We focus on discussions and practical exercises. We keep the formal input brief and to the point. We keep it interesting and relevant.
2 We keep it real. We talk about what it is really like. We facilitate discussion of positive points and frustrations. We don’t shy away from the difficult issues.
3 We are inclusive. We make sure every voice is heard. We help you to innovate by considering different points of view. We facilitate the crowdsourcing and co-creation of practical solutions.
4 We make the most of your existing expertise. We assume that each participant has useful experience to share. We offer a framework that helps you to make the best of your existing knowledge and skills. We capture and reflect back your best ideas.
5 We focus on actions to generate real change. We make sure you can take action as soon as you get back to your desk. We help you to make professional choices. We fire up your motivation and commitment to getting things done.
You can gain invaluable feedback about your entrepreneurial mindset by using our online MINDSET Profile Tool. It is not the case that you either have the mindset or you don't, that you are either born with it or not. Each person can develop the strength of their entrepreneurial mindset over time and improve the way they think and act like an entrepreneur. Everybody can go on this entrepreneurial journey and the MINDSET Profile Tool will help you.
The Tool is designed to make you think, by asking you questions about your entrepreneuriual behaviours. By considering the questions and choosing your answers, you will be able to reflect on those behaviours. You will receive immediate feedback on screen. Afterwards you will immediately receive an email with the questions, your answers and some brief advice about how to make progress with your entrepreneurial behaviours in the future.
People who have used the MINDSET Profile Tool are based in the following 38 countries: Albania🇦🇱, Angola🇦🇴, Austria🇦🇹,
Belgium🇧🇪,Bosnia and Herzegovina🇧🇦, Canada🇨🇦, Egypt 🇪🇬, England 🏴, Estonia 🇪🇪, France🇫🇷, Germany🇩🇪, India🇮🇳,
Ireland🇮🇪, Italy🇮🇹, Jordan🇯🇴,Lebanon🇱🇧, Malawi🇲🇼, Mauritius🇲🇺, Morocco🇲🇦, Netherlands🇳🇱, Northern Ireland🇬🇧, Nigeria🇳🇬,
Norway🇳🇴, Oman🇴🇲, Pakistan🇵🇰,Poland 🇵🇱, Portugal 🇵🇹, Russia🇷🇺, Saudi Arabia🇸🇦, Scotland 🏴, Singapore 🇸🇬,
South Africa🇿🇦, Spain🇪🇸, Taiwan🇹🇼, Tunisia🇹🇳, USA🇺🇸, Wales🏴 and Zambia🇿🇲.
Using the MINDSET Profile Tool to create a Personal Development Plan
The full MINDSET Profile Tool gives you feedback on all 7 of your entrepreneurial behaviours.You can derive maximum benefit from the MINDSET Profile Tool by combining it with Personal Coaching in a confidential video call. This discussion will help you to really understand the feedback you have received.
Coaching provides you with expert advice so that you can create a certified Personal Development Plan, which you can use for career planning and advancement.
Using the MINDSET Profile Tool to create a Team Development Plan
The MINDSET Profile Tool can also be used for team evaluation and development. Everybody in the team uses the MINDSET Profile Tool and receives their own confidential feedback with coaching. This is followed by an online event to review the overall results and performance for the team as a whole.
The outcome is a deeper understanding of the team, the role of each member of the team, and a plan for improving performance.
Try the MINDSET Profile Tool & get feedback on the behaviour [D] Dare to take risks
You can sample the MINDSET Profile Tool and get feedback about your entrepreneurial behaviour [D] Dare to take risks. You will be asked a series of questions. Each question will ask you to choose one of two options. There are no right or wrong answers. Simply consider each question and try to give an honest answer.
After you have finished answering the questions, you will receive some brief feedback on screen. This feedback is designed to help you to reflect on your current entrepreneurial behaviour and think about how to improve in the future. You will also receive an email with a copy of the questions and your responses immediately after you finish using the Tool.
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