Redefining Success: Comprehensive Metrics for Entrepreneurial Flourishing

Book: The Human Side of Entrepreneurship: Mental Health, Family Systems, and Cultural Identity from India by CSMFL Publications

Satish Sharma
Lead Management Consultant, SKS Consulting & Advisors, India.

10.46679/9789349926219ch13
This chapter is a part of: The Human Side of Entrepreneurship: Mental Health, Family Systems, and Cultural Identity from India
ISBN (Ebook):978-93-49926-21-9
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Published: July 10, 2025

Sharma,S. (2025). Redefining Success: Comprehensive Metrics for Entrepreneurial Flourishing. In S. Sharma, The Human Side of Entrepreneurship: Mental Health, Family Systems, and Cultural Identity from India (pp 245-262). CSMFL Publications. https://dx.doi.org/10.46679/9789349926219ch13

Abstract

Success is rarely just about money. This chapter measure entrepreneurial achievements that go beyond typical financial data, looking at well-being, societal contribution, and lasting viability. It highlights the shortcomings of focusing only on profits under the light of existing scholarly findings. It then outlines inclusive models for gauging entrepreneurial thriving. The discussion integrates ideas from positive psychology, stakeholder theory, and sustainable enterprise studies to suggest multiple success criteria that balance financial results with personal satisfaction, family cohesion, and community benefit. By examining longitudinal investigations and practical cases, this chapter shows how entrepreneurs can craft definitions of success that reflect their principles and life aims while keeping their businesses afloat.

Keywords: Entrepreneurial Success, Holistic Metrics, Well-Being, Work-Life Balance, Sustainable Entrepreneurship

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