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This study aims to examine how colonization affects entrepreneurial behavior within countries that were colonized by the Europeans. The intent is to explore if the type of colonization has an impact on a country's entrepreneurship orientation. Results from this study indicate that the type of colonization does play a role on people's intentions to engage in entrepreneurship. This article fuels the conversation regarding how to overcome negative history (slavery) toward a positive future for colonized countries that are now independent.

AbstractThis study examines the similarities and differences in the perceptions of effective leadership and motivation among the African Diaspora in the United States and Canada (LEAD). Ten focus groups with a total of 56 participants were conducted in the US and Canada. Using NVivo, results show both similarities and differences in these perceptions. The African Diaspora in both countries described an effective leader as one who is wise and knowledgeable. The African Diaspora in the US also focused on charisma and humility, while those in Canada stressed motivation and inspiration. Moreover, the US participants stated that support and nonmonetary rewards were the major motivators for leaders, whereas Canadian participants indicated task completion and monetary rewards as major motivators. Future directions and practical implications are discussed. Copyright © 2014 ASAC. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.