Abstract
In this paper we introduce a new type of entrepreneur, an individual who chooses to build and manage their own investments in order to achieve self-employment status and/or financial independence. These individuals are engaging in the contemporary phenomenon of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) investing. This paper will explore the literature surrounding this contemporary movement and will highlight the importance of shifting this topic into the academic spotlight. This paper is a precursor to a phenomenological study that will take an in-depth look at the personal, work-life experiences of individuals who pursue DIY investing. We argue that there is a need for research which captures the complexities and richness of the individual experience of this new type of entrepreneur.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Handbook of the 23rd ANZAM Conference 2009: Sustainability Management and Marketing, 1-4 December 2009, Crown Promenade Hotel, Southbank, Melbourne |
| Publisher | ANZAM |
| Number of pages | 16 |
| ISBN (Print) | 1863081577 |
| Publication status | Published - 2009 |
| Event | Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. International Conference - Duration: 5 Dec 2012 → … |
Conference
| Conference | Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management. International Conference |
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| Period | 5/12/12 → … |