The Role of Cognitive Appraisal in Informed Decision-Making among Social Entrepreneurs: A Thematic Analysis
subject: cognitive appraisal; component process model; social entrepreneurs; Social entrepreneurship; thematic analysis
description: Social entrepreneurship (SE) is gaining momentum by providing innovative solutions to economic, social, and environmental problems by generating jobs and social inclusion. However, it involves different challenges that may lead to a negative appraisal. This study aimed to explore cognitive appraisal processes social entrepreneurs use to make informed decisions in their entrepreneurial journey. Interviews were conducted with 13 Indian social entrepreneurs, and the data were subjected to thematic analysis. The main themes were; appropriateness, implications, coping potential, and normative significance. The study proposes a cognitive model for the appraisal of SE. The study is important for aspiring social entrepreneurs to understand the evaluation components of appraisal to decide how appropriate SE is as a career for them. 2023 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.
creator: Viswanath P.; Reddy S.
source: Journal of Social Entrepreneurship
publisher: Routledge
date: 2023-01-01
rights: Restricted Access
relation: ISSN: 19420676
format: Online
language: English
type: Article
coverage: Viswanath P., PhD Scholar, Department of Psychology, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India; Reddy S., PhD Scholar, Department of Psychology, Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India