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The career reasons of nascent entrepreneurs

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  • Carter, Nancy M.
  • Gartner, William B.
  • Shaver, Kelly G.
  • Gatewood, Elizabeth J.

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  • Carter, Nancy M. & Gartner, William B. & Shaver, Kelly G. & Gatewood, Elizabeth J., 2003. "The career reasons of nascent entrepreneurs," Journal of Business Venturing, Elsevier, vol. 18(1), pages 13-39, January.
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