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Supporting Leadership Development among Solopreneurs

In: Positive Leadership

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  • Jetta Kari

    (University of Lapland)

  • Sanna Wenström

    (Oulu University of Applied Sciences)

  • Hanna Vakkala

    (University of Lapland)

Abstract

Solopreneurship represents a significant option in the changing working life. Individual strengths are a hitherto under-researched aspect of supporting solopreneurship. This study adopted a phenomenographic approach to investigate the following research question: “How are the strengths of expert solopreneurs connected to becoming and acting as a solopreneur according to the solopreneurs’ perceptions?” The findings indicated that individual strengths, especially values and interests, play a significant role in pursuing solopreneurship. The findings underscore that a wide array of strengths constitutes an integral facet of a solopreneur’s daily operations. Furthermore, strengths play a pivotal role in the solopreneur’s experience of success, bolstering resilience in the face of challenges. However, it is noteworthy that strengths can, in certain circumstances, pose challenges to solopreneurs. This highlights the importance of self-knowledge and effective self-leadership for solopreneurs.

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  • Jetta Kari & Sanna Wenström & Hanna Vakkala, 2026. "Supporting Leadership Development among Solopreneurs," Springer Books, in: Satu Uusiautti & Sanna Wenström (ed.), Positive Leadership, chapter 4, pages 63-84, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-032-02369-8_4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-02369-8_4
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