1. Entrepreneurship in the U.S.
Chapter 1
Entrepreneurship in the U.S.
Shift from big business to small business
Increased foreign competition
Deregulation
Downsizing of large corporations
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2. Increase in Small Businesses
Chapter 1
Increase in Small Businesses
Year
1955
1965
1975
1985
1998
Businesses Per Person
1/38
1/29
1/26
1/20
1/16
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3. Competitive Advantages
Chapter 1
Competitive Advantages
of Small Businesses
Responsiveness to Conditions and Trends
Ability to Innovate
Flexibility
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