1. The human capital of the freelancers and their satisfaction with the quality of lifeIvona Huđek, Polona Tominc, Karin Širec, 2021, original scientific article Abstract: Digital technologies are underpinning a wide range of products, services, processes, and business model innovations that are significantly transforming industries, organizations, and society. They are increasingly permeating every aspect of our daily lives. In this paper, we looked at the challenges of digitalization, leading to a new way of working in the market and new business models, such as the gig economy. Individuals are becoming more mobile and self-directed in their careers, as opposed to traditional careers. We investigated the demographic characteristics of the new, growing group of self-employed, so-called freelancers, at the national level in Slovenia and investigated the relationships between human capital and their subjective (job and career satisfaction, life satisfaction) and objective success (income satisfaction). The survey was conducted among 200 freelancers (respondents). The empirical results show that most Slovenian freelancers working from home work in professional, scientific, and technical occupations; are between 35 and 44 years old; have completed the second level of tertiary education; work more than 40 hours per week; and have 16 years or more of work experience. To explore the quality of life of freelancers, empirical analysis showed that human capital factors are important for the success of a new career as a freelancer. The results show that freelancers’ human capital factors (education and experience, skills, and training) positively influence subjective and objective success. Using structural equation modeling, we also confirmed that human capital has a greater impact on freelancers’ subjective success (life satisfaction, career satisfaction) than on objective success (income satisfaction), suggesting that job and life satisfaction should be considered an important resource that freelancers rely on to determine their quality of life.
Keywords: digitalization, work engagement, freelancers' human capital, quality of life, subjective success, objective success
Published in DKUM: 19.08.2024; Views: 135; Downloads: 4
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2. The impact of social and cultural norms, government programs and digitalization as entrepreneurial environment factors on job and career satisfaction of freelancersIvona Huđek, Polona Tominc, Karin Širec, 2021, original scientific article Abstract: At the end of the last century, digital technology emergence enabled millions of people to compete globally by remotely offering their knowledge and skills. In addition, business processes are becoming fragmented into smaller components, so-called short-term projects. These work arrangements are often carried out by so-called independent professionals (contractors), better known as freelancers. A literature review has shown that the research topic of freelancing from an entrepreneurial perspective is relatively new and has its assumptions and gaps. Different stakeholders and institutions connect, mediate and manage the services of the entrepreneurial ecosystem to support entrepreneurs. As freelancers belong to the self-employed entrepreneurial category, they are engaged in business activities and need support from their environment. To contribute to this topic, we have analyzed the relationships between freelancers’ job and career satisfaction, digitalization and entrepreneurial ecosystem factors, with the aim of making policy recommendations. Regarding the entrepreneurial environment, we analyzed the cultural and social norms and government programs that provide support, based on the measurement instrument, developed in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) research. We surveyed 200 freelancers (respondents) in Slovenia. Using factor analysis and structural equation modelling, the empirical results suggest that digitalization and cultural and social norms are significant factors that promote the success of new careers as freelancers in terms of job and career satisfaction. The results show that both positively influence job and career satisfaction, while government programs indirectly influence the job and career satisfaction of freelancers. This explains how the entrepreneurial ecosystem, plays a special role in supporting freelancers on their career path.
Keywords: digitalization, freelancers, government programs, cultural and social norms, job and career satisfaction
Published in DKUM: 19.08.2024; Views: 111; Downloads: 5
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3. The study of entrepreneurial intentions and entrepreneurial competencies of business vs. non-business studentsTanja Zdolšek Draksler, Karin Širec, 2021, original scientific article Abstract: Entrepreneurship contributes to economic growth and job creation and thus to competitiveness. Nevertheless, the question remains of how to stimulate entrepreneurial activity, especially in the case of youth as a disadvantaged group. The key to entrepreneurial activity is entrepreneurial competencies and entrepreneurial intentions. Young people can acquire and develop both through entrepreneurship education. The aim of this study was to examine the impact of entrepreneurship education on entrepreneurial intentions and entrepreneurial competencies of university students in Slovenia from a socio-psychological perspective. A conceptual research model based on Ajzen’s Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) and the competency approach was developed, also applying the assumption that entrepreneurial competencies influence entrepreneurial intentions. The applied research methodology was a quasi-experiment. The research sample of 837 students consisted of an experimental group (involved in entrepreneurship education) and a control group (not involved in entrepreneurship education) examined by a pretest and a post-test. Various statistical analyses were used to determine correlation, comparison, and dependency. Although it was confirmed that the conceptual research model is appropriate and that some of the factors studied do influence entrepreneurial intentions, we could not find a higher level of entrepreneurial intentions or entrepreneurial competencies by students involved in entrepreneurship education. Nevertheless, the conceptual research model has statistically confirmed that the TPB and entrepreneurial competencies are linked. It was also revealed that entrepreneurial competencies partly influence entrepreneurial intentions. This study forms a basis for further research in the field of entrepreneurship education, entrepreneurial intentions and entrepreneurial competencies.
Keywords: entrepreneurship education, entrepreneurial intentions, entrepreneurial competencies, tertiary education
Published in DKUM: 12.08.2024; Views: 87; Downloads: 3
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4. Podjetniški kapital in poslovne priložnosti kot ključni dejavniki rasti podjetjaMilica Šćekić, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: Kombinacija poslovnih priložnosti in podjetnikovega kapitala omogoča podjetju, da se prilagaja in uspeva na spreminjajočem se trgu, hkrati pa mu pomaga, da se izogne pastem nepričakovanih poslovnih izzivov. Podjetnikov kapital in poslovna priložnost sta ključna dejavnika rasti podjetja, saj omogočata ustvarjanje in izkoriščanje novih poslovnih potencialov. Podjetnikov kapital je ključen za začetno financiranje podjetja, zagotavljanje sredstev za nadaljnjo rast ter obstoj podjetja na trgu. Poleg tega, poslovne priložnosti predstavljajo potencialne tržne niše ali inovativne ideje, ki lahko privedejo do hitrejše širitve podjetja. Skupaj tvorita pomembno orodje, ki podjetju omogoča ustvarjanje konkurenčne prednosti in doseganje želenih ciljev rasti.
Z poudarkom na teoretičnih konceptih in empiričnih študijah je naloga analizirala kako so podjetniki prepoznavali, izkoriščali in izkazovali svoj kapital v korist rasti podjetja, ter kakšen vpliv so imele poslovne priložnosti na podjetnikov kapital in obratno. Na podlagi celovite analize magistrska naloga prispeva k boljšemu razumevanju povezave med poslovnimi priložnostmi, podjetniškim kapitalom ter ponuja smernice za uspešno izkoriščanje teh dejavnikov kot gonilo trajnostne rasti podjetja.
Keywords: podjetnik, poslovne priložnosti, rast, podjetniški proces, človeški kapital, socialni kapital, finančni kapital
Published in DKUM: 21.05.2024; Views: 173; Downloads: 25
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5. Generacijske razlike v podjetniškem vedenju po pandemiji covid-19 v slovenijiPia Dobršek, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: Magistrsko delo se osredotoča na preučevanje razlik v podjetniškem vedenju med generacijami podjetnikov v Sloveniji, še posebej v obdobju po pandemiji COVID-19. Ugotovitve kažejo statistično pomembne razlike v podjetniškem vedenju med generacijami, ki vplivajo na prilagajanje tržnim razmeram po pandemiji. Poudarek je na spoznavanju edinstvenih pristopov, ki jih vsaka generacija prinaša, oblikovanih glede na izkušnje, vzgojo in sociokulturne kontekste. Kljub razlikam v pristopih se raznolikost generacijskih perspektiv lahko izkaže za gonilno silo inovativnosti ter konkurenčnosti.
Raziskava izpostavlja pomembnost razumevanja generacijskih razlik pri razvoju strategij za spodbujanje podjetništva v Sloveniji. Pandemija COVID-19 je predstavljala izzive, a so se slovenska podjetja uspela prilagoditi novim razmeram, izboljšati digitalne ponudbe in raziskati nove trge. Generacijske razlike so se izkazale kot izziv, zato so prilagoditve programov in politik nujne.
Vpliv generacijskega podjetniškega vedenja na razvoj podjetniških projektov po pandemiji kaže, da lahko različne generacije prispevajo k inovacijam, stabilnosti in dolgoročni rasti. Izobraževanje ima ključno vlogo pri razvoju podjetniških kompetenc generacij podjetnikov, pri čemer so prilagojene strategije in dostopnost ključnega pomena. Nenehna potreba po učenju in prilagajanju novim trendom izpostavlja ključne elemente za uspešno podjetništvo v Sloveniji. Raziskava tako prispeva k boljšemu razumevanju generacijskih dinamik ter omogoča razvoj ciljno usmerjenih strategij in politik za spodbujanje podjetništva, ki lahko okrepijo konkurenčnost in odpornost slovenskega gospodarstva, ključnega pomena za trajnostno gospodarsko rast države.
Keywords: podjetništvo, generacije, pandemija COVID-19, prilagodljivost in inovativnost, rast in razvoj podjetništva v Sloveniji
Published in DKUM: 14.05.2024; Views: 308; Downloads: 51
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6. Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Future : GEM Slovenia 2023, Executive SummaryKarin Širec, Polona Tominc, Katja Crnogaj, Matej Rus, Barbara Bradač Hojnik, 2024, higher education textbook Abstract: The GEM survey offers an in-depth analysis of the various social, cultural, political, and economic factors that impact the entrepreneurial landscape and activities, serving as a comprehensive framework for understanding national and entrepreneurial conditions. These factors play a crucial role in shaping individuals' entrepreneurial decisions and the success of starting and operating businesses. Survey delivers unparalleled insights into a nation's entrepreneurial characteristics, surpassing the information available from traditional statistical sources. The study also explores individuals' and societies' attitudes towards entrepreneurship, alongside the aspirations and qualifications of people at different entrepreneurial stages. By examining these aspects across countries, GEM identifies key drivers and obstacles for entrepreneurship, enabling stakeholders to cultivate a supportive entrepreneurial ecosystem. The monograph also addresses the growing link between entrepreneurial endeavors and sustainable development. The research emphasizes the importance of sustainable development as an integral part of entrepreneurial thinking and action in Slovenia, which is key to promoting innovation, competitiveness and long-term prosperity in
Keywords: Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, entrepreneurship, early-stage entrepreneurial activity, economic development, entrepreneurship ecosystem, entrepreneurship policy, sustainable development
Published in DKUM: 14.05.2024; Views: 184; Downloads: 19
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7. Podjetništvo za trajnostno prihodnost : GEM Slovenija 2023Karin Širec, Polona Tominc, Katja Crnogaj, Matej Rus, Barbara Bradač Hojnik, 2024, higher education textbook Abstract: Raziskava GEM ponuja poglobljeno analizo različnih družbenih, kulturnih, političnih in ekonomskih dejavnikov, ki vplivajo na podjetniško okolje in podjetniško aktivnost, ter predstavlja celovit okvir za razumevanje nacionalnih podjetniških razmer. Ti dejavniki imajo ključno vlogo pri oblikovanju podjetniških ambicij posameznikov in uspešnosti ustanavljanja ter delovanja podjetij. Raziskava s tem zagotavlja neprimerljiv vpogled v nacionalno podjetništvo in njegove značilnosti ter presega informacije, ki so na voljo v drugih statističnih virih. Raziskava namreč vključuje tudi odnos posameznikov in družbe do podjetništva ter želje in usposobljenost ljudi za podjetništvo, v vseh fazah podjetniškega procesa. S proučevanjem teh vidikov v različnih državah, GEM ugotavlja ključna gonila in ovire za podjetništvo, kar zainteresiranim stranem omogoča, da razvijajo podporni podjetniški ekosistem. Monografija se dotika tudi vse večje povezave med podjetniškimi prizadevanji in trajnostnim razvojem. V raziskavi je poudarjen pomen trajnostnega razvoja kot integralnega dela podjetniške miselnosti in prakse v Sloveniji, kar je ključno za spodbujanje inovativnosti, konkurenčnosti in dolgoročne blaginje v družbi.
Keywords: Globalni podjetniški monitor, podjetništvo, celotna zgodnja podjetniška aktivnost, gospodarski razvoj, podjetniški ekosistem, podjetniška politika, trajnostni razvoj
Published in DKUM: 06.05.2024; Views: 223; Downloads: 27
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8. Podjetniška demografija in značilnosti podjetništva mladih : Slovenski podjetniški observatorij 2023Karin Širec, Barbara Bradač Hojnik, Dijana Močnik, 2024 Abstract: V okviru Slovenskega podjetniškega observatorija 2023 smo proučevali demografijo slovenskih podjetij in značilnosti podjetništva mladih v Sloveniji in primerjalno z Evropo. Kot vsako leto, smo tudi tokrat v prvem delu raziskave Slovenskega podjetniškega observatorija analizirali demografske značilnosti slovenskih podjetij, medtem ko smo drugi del posvetili aktualni temi tako v slovenskem kot evropskem gospodarstvu, analizi podjetništva mladih. Demografska analiza je bila usmerjena v razumevanje profilov slovenskih podjetij na podlagi različnih kriterijev, kot so število podjetij, njihova velikost, ustvarjen prihodek, stroški dela in dodana vrednost, razčlenjeno po dejavnosti, regiji in velikosti podjetja. Proučevanje značilnosti podjetništva mladih je zagotovilo vpogled v dinamiko podjetništva v izbrani ciljni skupini z namenom oblikovanja učinkovitih ukrepov spodbujanja razvoja podjetništva mladih.
Keywords: gospodarske družbe, samostojni podjetniki, kazalniki finančne uspešnosti, podjetništvo mladih, značilnosti, priložnosti in ovire, strategije in politike, empirična analiza
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9. Strateške možnosti rasti podjetja x: analiza generične in diverzificirane rastiNina Skrivarnik, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: V magistrskem delu smo preučevali strategije rasti v podjetju X. Obravnavano podjetje se v glavnem ukvarja z elektro inštalacijami in je na trgu prisotno že 28 let.
Magistrsko delo je sestavljeno iz dveh delov; teoretičnega in aplikativnega. V teoretičnem delu smo obravnavali faze razvoja podjetja in koncepte ter strategije rasti v podjetju. Povzeli smo definicije različnih avtorjev in jih med seboj primerjali. Opisali smo značilnosti generične in diverzificirane rasti in izpostavili nevarnosti, ki lahko pretijo podjetju ob njegovi rasti. Pojasnili smo še ostale izvedbene rasti v podjetju in našteli možnosti povezovanja z ostalimi podjetji, za boljši konkurenčni položaj. Nato smo se dotaknili še ekonomskih kazalnikov v podjetju, ki so pomembni pri ocenjevanju uspešnosti njegovega poslovanja.
V drugem, aplikativnem delu naloge smo zbrana teoretična izhodišča uporabili na primeru podjetja X. Po osnovni predstavitvi podjetja, smo zanj sestavili vizijo in politiko podjetja, ki smo jo lahko določili na podlagi intervjuja s lastnikom. Za podjetje X smo izdelali SWOT matriko, nato pa s pomočjo orodja GVIN opravili konkurenčno analizo. S tem smo ugotovili, da je podjetje X v svoji panogi in regiji konkurenčno ostalim. Po konkurenčni je sledila še tržna analiza, ki je pokazala, da podjetje X kljub svoji mikro obliki, posluje uspešno. V nadaljevanju smo za podjetje X s pomočjo intervjuja povzeli dosedanjo generično in diverzificirano rast, nato pa zapisali nadaljnje potencialne strateške možnosti. Strateške možnosti smo ocenili na podlagi različnih vidikov in izbrali tri najboljše, ki bi jih podjetje X lahko implementiralo v prihodnje. Magistrsko delo smo zaključili z napotki za implementacijo teh strategij.
Podjetju X bomo z izdelavo magistrske naloge pomagali pri ustvarjanju novih strateških možnosti za razširitev poslovanja in nadaljnjo rast.
Keywords: rast podjetja, strategije rasti, generična rast, diverzificirana rast, strateške možnosti
Published in DKUM: 22.04.2024; Views: 183; Downloads: 52
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10. Razvoj in komercialna uveljavitev vertikalnega stojala za prenosnik : magistrsko deloŽan Čakš, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: V magistrskem delu je predstavljena izdelava stojala za prenosni računalnik, ki rešuje tri ključne težave sodobnih prenosnih računalnikov: slaba ergonomija, pregrevanje in prostornost. Pokazali smo, da prenosni računalniki niso ergonomsko primerni za vsakdanjo uporabo, in ponudili rešitev. Zasnovali smo stojalo, ki rešuje problem ergonomije prenosnikov, in z raziskavo trga pokazali, da na trgu obstaja vrzel za takšno stojalo, ki jo lahko zapolnimo. Razvili smo poslovni model in predstavili način financiranja prek kampanje množičnega financiranja na Kickstarterju.
Keywords: podjetništvo, ergonomija, prototip, modeliranje, proizvodnja, množično financiranje, poslovni model, stojalo za prenosnik
Published in DKUM: 02.04.2024; Views: 231; Downloads: 25
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