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The Dark Triad in Entrepreneurship Research — A Systematic Literature Review

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  • Sascha Kraus

    (Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy)

  • Verena Traunmüller

    (University of Linz, Austria)

  • Norbert Kailer

    (University of Linz, Austria)

  • Victor Tiberius

    (University of Potsdam, Germany)

Abstract

The impact of traits in entrepreneurship has been subject to intense discussion. Apart from favorable traits fostering opportunity recognition, entrepreneurial orientation, venture performance, and other variables, a younger research stream also addresses the role of negative traits. Among them, the dark triad, comprising of narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy, have gained specific attention. This systematic literature review aims to structure the field, identify current research themes, and provide a better understanding of prior research outcomes. Our results show that dark triad research addresses entrepreneurial activity, opportunity recognition, entrepreneurial orientation, entrepreneurial leadership, the and entrepreneurial motives. Among the dark triad traits, narcissism is stressed most in research so far. It relates to firm performance, risk, and leadership behavior, whereas Machiavellianism and psychopathy relate to opportunity recognition and exploitation. We also identify several research gaps, which can be addressed in future research.

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  • Sascha Kraus & Verena Traunmüller & Norbert Kailer & Victor Tiberius, 2020. "The Dark Triad in Entrepreneurship Research — A Systematic Literature Review," Journal of Enterprising Culture (JEC), World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd., vol. 28(04), pages 353-373, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:wsi:jecxxx:v:28:y:2020:i:04:n:s0218495820500156
    DOI: 10.1142/S0218495820500156
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    1. Tran Thi Hong Lien & Tran Tu Anh & Truong Nhat Anh & Le Huu Tuan Anh & Ngo Thi Thien Thao, 2022. "Selfish personalities influencing start-up intention and motivation: a study of Vietnam," Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Springer, vol. 11(1), pages 1-19, December.
    2. Katrina M. Brownell & Audra Quinn & Mark T. Bolinger, 2024. "The Triad Divided: A Curvilinear Mediation Model Linking Founder Machiavellianism, Narcissism, and Psychopathy to New Venture Performance," Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, , vol. 48(1), pages 310-348, January.
    3. Beate Cesinger & Katherine Gundolf & Mathew Hughes & Anis Khedhaouria & Francesco Montani, 2023. "The bright and dark sides of the Dark Triad traits among senior managers: effects on organizational commitment," Review of Managerial Science, Springer, vol. 17(5), pages 1731-1763, July.

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