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Publication “As if it were home”: An exploratory study of the role of homesickness among migrant entrepreneurs(2023) Poblete, Carlos; Mandakovic, Vesna; Apablaza, MauricioA common pattern observed in the psychological literature on migrants is homesickness, yet there is a lack of research examining if this phenomenon has any effect in the entrepreneurship sphere. This study begins to fill this gap with an inductive approach examining the Venezuelan migratory wave in Chile. Methodologically, we conduct an oral history analysis of 18 Venezuelan entrepreneurs’ narratives to explore the reasons they built their entrepreneurial ventures and the mechanisms underlying this process. Based on our findings, we show that homesickness can become an enabler that links entrepreneurs with a (latent unsatisfied) demand by facilitating the entrepreneurial ideation process. This phenomenon occurs because the engagement between individuals is heightened when they experience homesickness. On the one hand, we notice that homesick entrepreneurs enhance three resources that contribute to the entrepreneurial ideation process: (1) rhetorical skills, (2) affective empathy, and (3) adaptive attitude. On the other hand, two features also facilitate interaction from the demand side: (1) customer persona and (2) cohesive community identity. Thus, our results suggest that migrant entrepreneurs gain trusted partners based on shared homesickness. Consequently, a more efficient and effective entrepreneurial ideation process is generated.Publication The role of culture as an informal institution in cross-border venture capital investment(2024) Mahn, Daniel; Poblete, Carlos; Wang, Cong; Heaton, ChrisGrounded in Hofstede cultural dimensions theory, we examine how informal institutional factors shape cross-country venture capital (VC) flows. Separating VC activity into flows, our method studies how an increment in inflows supports ventures, and an increment in outflows more investing activity. Results suggest that (1) uncertainty avoidance negatively affects investors and ventures (the last with a larger effect), (2) individualistic attitudes equally support both investors and ventures, and (3) a higher level of power distance contributes to a larger private investors sector, an effect that is greater under strong for mal institutions (FIs). Effects of masculinity, long-term orientation, and indulgence are inconclusive. Results are robust to various specifications, use of instruments, and endogeneity treatments. The implication is that the optimal characteristics of informal institutions for fostering VC activity differ depending on the level of FIs, as both institutions interact to affect both investors and ventures.Publication Entrepreneurial identity construction among communitarians: Unraveling the psychological mechanisms(2025) Poblete, Carlos; Acuña, Cristina; Mahn, Daniel; Rifo, FelipePurpose – Nurturing the social identity approach, encompassing social identity theory and self-categorisation theory, this study aims to unravel the process of entrepreneurial identity construction among communitarians. It seeks to uncover the psychological mechanisms through which entrepreneurs categorise themselves as communitarians, highlighting the importance of community salience, trust, and engagement. Design/methodology/approach – This quantitative study comprises a sample consisting of 253 entrepreneurs. This research presents a sequential mediation model, drawing on salience, trust, and engagement as antecedents of social entrepreneurial identity. By analysing the step-by-step mediation process, the research offers a nuanced understanding of how these community dynamics contribute to shaping entrepreneurial identity. Findings – Entrepreneurs deeply connected to their communities do not naturally identify as communitarians; rather, it is the trust they build and the engagement they foster that shape their entrepreneurial identity. Communal bonds are not merely a backdrop for entrepreneurship but a driving force that moulds identity and action. This study evidenced that the salience of community positively influences community trust and engagement, which, in turn, enhances the development of entrepreneurial identity as communitarians. This underscores the role of social dynamics in shaping entrepreneurial attitudes, beliefs and behaviours. Originality/value – This research confers a deeper understanding of how entrepreneurs construct and enact their identities, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between social context, shaping attitudes, cognition, and behaviours. Exploring entrepreneurial identity among communitarians, offers new insights into how social dynamics shape entrepreneurial actions. The study’s value extends to practical applications, offering guidance for policymakers and community leaders in fostering supportive environments that enhance entrepreneurship through greater community engagement and trustPublication Ideological evolution of social entrepreneurship: Insightsfrom Chile 1960–2020(2025) Bartona, Marieshka; Kimmitta, Jonathan; Poblete, Carlos; Muñoz, PabloSocial entrepreneurship is often framed as a transformative force foraddressing societal challenges, yet its ideological underpinnings remainunderexplored, particularly outside of the Global North. This studyaddresses this omission by exploring the role of ideologies in shapingthe evolution of social entrepreneurship in Chile between 1960 and2020, a context marked by ideological polarisation as well as a vibrantcontemporary social entrepreneurship sector. We use historical meth-ods to explore the role of Catholic Social Teaching and neoliberalism inshaping approaches to social welfare, leading to social entrepreneur-ship’s emergence (1990–2010) and growth (2010–2020). Our findingsreveal an ideological synthesis that forms the basis for contemporarysocial entrepreneurship, underpinned by dimensions of messianism,markets, and managerialism. By highlighting the role of religious andeconomic ideologies in structuring the field, we offer new insights intothe contested nature of social entrepreneurship and its role in contemporary social change.Publication Shielded by business ownership? The role of senior entrepreneurship as a defense mechanism against ageism(2025) Poblete, Carlos; Mandakovic, Vesna; Apablaza, MauricioPurpose — This paper examines the role of entrepreneurship in mitigating age-based discrimination. It investigates whether entrepreneurship among older adults can serve as a protective mechanism against ageism. Design/methodology/approach — Using Chilean data between 2015 and 2022 comprising nearly 3,500 elderly individuals, we analyze the relationship between senior entrepreneurship and perceptions of age-based discrimination. We assess how participation in entrepreneurial activities affects older adults' experiences of ageism compared to traditional employment settings. Findings — The results reveal that older adults engaged in entrepreneurial activities are significantly less likely to perceive age-based discrimination. This indicates a negative association between senior entrepreneurship and ageism, suggesting that self-employment may act as a buffer against the negative stereotypes and prejudices faced by older individuals in the labor market. However, entrepreneurship’s protective effects are contingent on the absence of hierarchical dynamics of team leadership that reintroduce age as a salient and stigmatized identity. Research limitations/Implications — Discrimination against the elderly undermines their economic opportunities, societal contributions, and, most importantly, their dignity. Although the study is centered on Chile, its findings offer broader insights into ageism in workforce globally, specially in emerging economis. This highlights the need for further research to explore the impact of senior entrepreneurship in other contexts and economies. Originality/Value — This study contributes to the existing literature by highlighting the potential of senior entrepreneurship as a strategy to combat age discrimination. Unlike previous research, this paper provides insights into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by older adults in an emerging economy characterized by extensive informal markets, weaker institutional frameworks and accelerated aiging. Practical implications — The research advocates for a paradigm shift in societal perceptions of aging and labor market participation. It underscores the importance of supporting senior entrepreneurship through targeted policies and programs. By creating an entrepreneurial ecosystem that meets the specific needs of older adults, policymakers can enhance their economic and social contributions, promoting a more inclusive and equitable labor market.Publication The role of conscious awareness in the relationship betweenentrepreneurs’ hubris and the degree of internationalization(2025) Poblete, Carlos; Aktas, ArdaEntrepreneurs’ internationalization decisions are often shaped not only by market opportunities but also by psychological biases. Among these, hubris—an exaggerated form of confidence—has been recognized as a driver of aggressive expansion, yet its value as a strategic rationale remains questionable. This study argues that hubris-driven internationalization is prone to overreach and examines conscious awareness—the metacognitive ability to recognize and regulate one’s own biases—as a corrective mechanism. Results suggest that hubristic entrepreneurs are more likely to internationalize intensively in early venture stages or when they perceive their ventures as innovative. However, higher levels of conscious awareness of contextual realities attenuate this effect, while prior entrepreneurial experience does not consistently constrain hubris and may, under certain conditions, amplify it. By theorizing and testing conscious awareness as a safeguard against hubris, this study provides actionable insights for fostering more reflective and strategically sound internationalization.