Qualitative Factors as Determinants of Continued Success:An Examination of eBusiness Entrepreneurial Firms Using the NewVenture Template

Authors

Ervin L. Black, Brigham Young University
F. Greg Burton, Brigham Young University
Peter M. Johnson, Brigham Young University

Abstract

In this study, we analyze eBusiness entrepreneurs nominated by the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award program to ascertain whether qualitative factors are correlated with success. We find qualitative factors are incrementally informative above and beyond the information provided by quantitative factors. More specifically, firms that are able to maintain their innovative strategies by improving upon the product (or service) they offer and are able to meet the long-term needs of the customer are more likely to experience increased sales growth and have greater access to capital which results in a successful harvest strategy.

JEL Codes

G32, M13

Keywords

Innovation, eBusiness, access to capital, entrepreneurial finance, entrepreneurship

Recommended Citation

Black, Ervin L.; Burton, F. Greg; and Johnson, Peter M. (2009) "Qualitative Factors as Determinants of Continued Success:An Examination of eBusiness Entrepreneurial Firms Using the NewVenture Template," The Journal of Entrepreneurial Finance: Vol. 13: Iss. 2, pp. 76-102.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.57229/2373-1761.1022
Available at: https://digitalcommons.pepperdine.edu/jef/vol13/iss2/4