Blessing in Disguise? Social and Institutional Determinants of Entrepreneurial Intentions following Involuntary Job Loss
基于职业认同理论，研究非自愿失业者感知的社会地位提升和制度环境如何影响其创业意向，对关注失业再就业和创业政策的学者有参考价值。
In this study, drawing from occupational identity theory, we argue that self-employment decision is influenced by the extent to which one's perceived social status will be enhanced by pursuing such a career, as well as the presence of favorable institutional climate. Using nonprofit employment assistance agencies, we surveyed 266 individuals in the southern part of the United States who had faced involuntary job loss. The result of our hierarchical moderated regression data analysis indicates that perceived social status and business climate were significant predictors of self-employment intentions. Overall, our findings highlight the role of social and institutional environment in facilitating self-employment.