The Effect of Mindfulness on Entrepreneurs of Early-Stage Start-Up Teams

The concept of mindfulness has been extensively explored. However, it has not yet been associated with the concept of entrepreneurship. This thesis contributes to the literature on the impact of mindfulness meditation on founders. It aims to build on existing work by examining how entrepreneurs benefit from mindfulness practices while engaging in an entrepreneurial team. Hence, this study elaborates: To what extent does mind-fulness affect entrepreneurs in early-stage start-up teams? The analysis and evaluation of the results show that five main benefits of mindfulness meditation positively impact entrepreneurs. Further, it indicates how it can be used as a tool in management.