What is the Network?

The Entrepreneurial Mindset Network is an international community of practice for the entrepreneurial mindset.

The Network’s vision is that everybody can benefit from having an entrepreneurial mindset. The mindset is relevant to everyone, not only entrepreneurs but also employees working in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.

The Network’s mission is to inspire you to make your unique contribution to the world by enabling you to make use of  the entrepreneurial mindset.

To get you off to a flying start the Network provides a common sense  mindset definition that you will find easy to understand and use. To help you in your ongoing mindset development we offer a book, workshops, and a range of online Mindset Behaviour (MBA) tools. 

How can I join the Network?

It is quick, easy and free to join the Network. Simply press the [JOIN] button at the top of this page. We encourage you to add your membership to your CV and we will provide you with instructions so that you can add your membership to your LinkedIn profile.

Followers of the Network’s company page on LinkedIn come from 73 countries. People who have registered to join the Network are located in 107 countries.

To stimulate your thinking we provide a range of mindset examples that showcase people from all over the world applying the mindset in their careers and lives.

To give you more opportunities for international networking we invite you to join our series of interactive webinars where you can meet new people, exchange ideas and gain new insights.

Who runs the Network?

Paul Coyle is the Founder and Director of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network.  He is an expert in the entrepreneurial mindset, leadership and organisational transformation.  

Paul is a member of the Oxford Entrepreneurs Network, a global network of entrepreneurs and investors who were educated at the University of Oxford.

You can visit Paul's Linkedin profile where where you can choose to connect with him. Currently Paul is connected on LinkedIn to more than 11,000 professionals all over the world.

You will be able to see a summary of his professional experience as an entrepreneur, expert and as an executive and professor in higher education. You will also be able to read and interact with his regular LinkedIn posts about the entrepreneurial mindset.

DEFINITION

Is the mindset for everyone?

The entrepreneurial mindset is the reason why entrepreneurs are successful.  However, this mindset is not just for entrepreneurs. You don't have to be running your own business to gain the benefits of the entrepreneurial mindset. Anyone can learn to think and act like an entrepreneur.  The mindset brings benefits for employees in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. It creates value for individuals, organisations and society. It is relevant to every country and culture throughout the developed and developing world. You can use the entrepreneurial mindset to make your unique contribution to the world.

Is the mindset essential?

Entrepreneurs enjoy success in life because of their behaviours i.e. the way they think and act. Anyone can learn to mimic these entrepreneurial behaviours and use them to achieve their own career and life goals.  In a world that is increasingly complex and uncertain, the entrepreneurial mindset is a 'must have' and is much more than 'a nice to have’.  The right mindset will help you to cope with all the changes life throws at you, and then to be strong, to thrive and to build a path towards the best possible version of your life.  With the mindset you ask yourself “how can I make this happen?”

How can I benefit?

People from all over the world tell us that there are many benefits to having an entrepreneurial mindset including: a clearer sense of purpose, more creative ideas, an ability to speak up & challenge the status quo, a greater appetite for calculated risk taking, stronger networking & collaboration, higher levels of job satisfaction and an improved work/life balance. You can learn to adopt this mindset by changing your behaviours in such a way that you make the best use of your existing knowledge and skills. Anyone can quickly learn to develop this entrepreneurial mindset

What is a good definition?

Many people use the phrase “entrepreneurial mindset” in a vague or ill-defined way. To solve this problem, the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network has created an easy to understand, common sense and practical definition of the entrepreneurial mindset. What makes this definition distinctive is that it is based on 7 essential entrepreneurial behaviours. Other definitions use generic business or transferable skills and they then fail to fully capture the distinctive nature of entrepreneurship. Our focus is on helping people to think, act and behave like an entrepreneur. As an aid to memory, 1 entrepreneurial behaviour is allocated to each of the 7 letters in the word MINDSET.

Can I download the definition?

To support people all around the world, the Network’s definition of the mindset has been designed to be relevant in diverse cultural contexts and has been translated into 16 languages. 

[DOWNLOAD] the definition in the following languages by clicking on the name of the language:

[عربي] [中国人] [Deutschen] [ελληνικά] [English] [Español] [français] [italiano] [Nederlands] [Português] [ਪੰਜਾਬੀ] [română] [Русский] [Српски] [shqip] [Türkçe]

How was the definition created?

The definition was developed by examining research studies that have tried to explain the success of entrepreneurs through an understanding of their personalities, skills and behaviours.  In addition, we considered positive and negative perceptions of entrepreneurship e.g. with regard to ethical behaviour. Overall, the definition attempts to be both realistic and practical. The mindset has to be more than simple self-belief or wishful thinking. Therefore, at the core of our definition is the idea of taking action.  This can mean  being prepared to put in the hard work  and also being resilient in the face of the inevitable challenges of an entrepreneurial journey.

EXAMPLES

EXPRESS eZINE

EXPRESS is the eZINE published by the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network.  A diverse group of people, in a wide variety of contexts, express their views about the entrepreneurial mindset and entrepreneurship . Their stories can help you to reflect on your own practice and think how to make use of the key lessons shared by the authors.

What is the latest edition?

Volume 7 Number 2 of the EXPRESS eZINE is shown below. Click on any image to read the article. You also have the option to download a PDF. 

Thanks and congratulations to the authors for taking the time to share their inspiring stories from England, France, Malawi, Portugal, and Saudi Arabia.

How can I see past editions?

The Entrepreneurial Mindset Network has been publishing an eZINE since 2018. To date we have published articles and interviews by authors from 49 countries.  All the articles in the 7 volumes, comprising 19 issues, are available on the Entrepreneurial Mindset EXPRESS website. 

Can I write for a future edition?

We welcome articles on any topic that you judge would be of interest to the members of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network. The focus is reflection on practice and sharing lessons learned. The typical word length is somewhere between 400 and 800 words.  To discuss your idea please email the editor Paul Coyle.

How can I use the eZINE ?

There are many powerful lessons that can be taken from the stories that our authors have shared in the eZINE.  Use these lessons to undertake your own personal reflections and stimulate your ideas for action.  What's the one thing you could do that would have the biggest impact and make a real difference? 

NETWORKING

EXCHANGE webinars

EXCHANGE is an ongoing series of webinars organised by the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network. The aim of the webinars is to stimulate networking and an exchange of ideas between the participants, and to enable each person to consider the actions that they might take to bring about change.

Recent EXCHANGE webinars

After each EXCHANGE webinar, we produce a summary of the key lessons in a PDF that can be read online. Click on any image shown below to access the associated summary. You also have the option to download the PDF. To access the full set of summaries for all webinars go to the Entrepreneurial Mindset Exchange website.

How do I join the next webinar?

EXCHANGE webinars are advertised in advance on LinkedIn by Paul Coyle, the Director of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Network. The advert includes a description of the webinar topic and speakers, with a link to register on Zoom. Connect with Paul on LinkedIn so that EXCHANGE adverts will appear in your LinkedIn feed.

What is the feedback?

Feedback received from participants includes: * Beautifully designed forum with insightful speakers * A great atmosphere * It's been excellent * I’m really happy to be part of this team * A great conversation * Great forum which adds value for all * A highly relevant, tightly structured but still dynamic conversation *

Who has participated in the EXCHANGE webinars?

People who have registered for EXCHANGE webinars come from 45 countries: Albania🇦🇱 Australia🇦🇺 Austria🇦🇹 Belgium🇧🇪 Bosnia and Herzegovina🇧🇦 Brazil🇧🇷 Bulgaria🇧🇬 Canada🇨🇦 China🇨🇳 Democratic Republic of the Congo🇨🇩 Ecuador🇪🇨 Egypt🇪🇬 England🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Estonia🇪🇪 France🇫🇷 Germany🇩🇪 Hong Kong🇭🇰 Hungary🇭🇺 India🇮🇳 Ireland🇮🇪 Italy🇮🇹 Lithuania🇱🇹 Malaysia🇲🇾 Malta🇲🇹 Morocco🇲🇦 Netherlands🇳🇱 North Macedonia🇲🇰 Northern Ireland🇬🇧 Norway🇳🇴 Pakistan🇵🇰 Portugal🇵🇹 Romania🇷🇴 Saudi Arabia🇸🇦 Scotland🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Serbia🇷🇸 South Africa🇿🇦 Spain🇪🇸 Sri Lanka🇱🇰 Tajikistan🇹🇯 Tanzania🇹🇿 Tunisia🇹🇳 Türkiye🇹🇷 Uganda🇺🇬 USA🇺🇸 and Wales🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

DEVELOPMENT

How can you help me to develop?

Our mission is to empower you to use the mindset so you can make your unique contribution to the world. Use our definition of the mindset. Find inspiration in our EXPRESS eZINE. Extend your network in our EXCHANGE webinars. Read our book, register for our workshops, get feedback with our Mindset Behaviour Assessment(MBA), join our special projects and apply for our awards.

BOOK

Reviews

Get your hands on this inspiring step-by-step guide today! It will equip you with the tools you need to achieve success in a rapidly changing world. Enikő Koppány, Hungary, 2023.

A well-written, hands-on book. The reflective questions at the end of each chapter are an excellent guide to help people change their way of thinking. Bob Bastian, Italy, 2022.

This clear, engaging book has made me look at my work with fresh eyes, giving me a new sense of purpose. Highly recommended. Carolyn Howitt, United Kingdom, 2020. 

A very helpful book that inspires the reader, stimulates his thought and excites his curiosity. Roberto Brambilla, Italy, 2020.

How to read the book

You can read the 3 introductory chapters of the book on screen for free on Google Play.

You can purchase the complete book for the equivalent of 7.99€ on Google Play.  This gives you access to 7 additional detailed chapters, 1 for each of the 7 entrepreneurial behaviours, and 140 self-reflection questions. You can read the full book in your web browser, and online or offline using the Google Play Books app for Android, iPhone and iPad. 

You can purchase a print copy for the equivalent of  12.99€ plus shipping costs.

All purchases are charged in the currency of your credit card.

Note: participants in workshops and master classes will receive a code for a complimentary copy of the book on Google Play.

OTHER

Workshops

The Entrepreneurial Mindset Network provides a range of workshops that accelerate the development of the mindset. These events are engaging, realistic, inclusive, make the most of your existing expertise and create actions that are designed to support real change.  All participants have the option to add an award to the Education section of their LinkedIn profile. 

How can I get feedback?

You can gain invaluable feedback about your entrepreneurial mindset by using our online Mindset Behaviour Assessment (MBA). The MBA is designed to make you think about your entrepreneurial behaviours. You can derive maximum benefit from the MBA by combining it with professional coaching to create a Personal Development Plan.

How can I get more involved?

If you are a Higher Education professional you can apply to become a partner in the SHINE Project (Scaling Higher Education Innovation using the Entrepreneurial Mindset).

Higher Education organisations can also apply for E-STAR accreditation which recognises the use of the Entrepreneurial mindset in Student education, Transfer of knowledge to business, Academic innovation and Regional impact.