Male self-employment in four European countries: the relevance of education and experience across industries

Article Abstract:

This article discusses non-agricultural self-employment among men in Germany, France, Italy and the United Kingdom; specific economic and institutional frameworks are suggested to promote opportunities and incentives for self-employment. Individual resources such as education and experience differ among the four countries and among industrial branches; regulations and general settings in each country and industry provide distinct opportunities for self-employment.

Europe, Industrial psychology

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Labor market regulation and the growth of self-employment

Article Abstract:

This article evaluates the impact of labor market regulations on self-employment growth from 1980-1992, in the US. The authors conclude that increased regulations on the labor market have lead to a growth in self-employment.

United States

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Self-employment in Italy: does labor market rigidity matter?

Article Abstract:

The growth of self-employment in Italy cannot be tied to tight labor markets. Those who start businesses in Italy are usually already employed and they are inspired to do so by economic growth.

Italy, Economic aspects, Entrepreneurship

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