Entrepreneurship: A Systematic Literature Review Accompanied by Bibliometric and Meta Analytical Insights

Abstract

This study presents a systematic review and synthesis of the literature on entrepreneurship, focusing on identifying key themes, trends, and research gaps. A total of 2,000 research papers published between 2015 and 2024 (200 papers per year) were retrieved from the Scopus database using Publish or Perish software. The top 10 authors, journals, and research papers were identified, and network relationship analysis of authors and selected terms was conducted using VOSviewer for better visualization. Additionally, a dimensional reduction technique was applied to 23 terms through factor analysis in SPSS. The findings reveal seven broad factors influencing entrepreneurship: entrepreneurial traits, innovative orientation, research, social impact, economic contributions, digital innovation, and sustainability. The study provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics driving entrepreneurial success and offers avenues for future research, including examining the interactions between these factors, their industry-specific implications, and the evolving role of digital technologies. Further longitudinal and context-specific studies are suggested to enhance insights into entrepreneurship's long-term societal, economic, and environmental effects.