AGILE HR MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURIAL LEARNING FROM FAILURE IN LEARNING ORGANIZATIONS
AGILE HR MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURIAL LEARNING FROM FAILURE IN LEARNING ORGANIZATIONS

Author(s): Yuliyan Narlev
Subject(s): Economy, Business Economy / Management, Human Resources in Economy, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Икономически университет - Варна
Summary/Abstract: Failure constitutes an inherent element of the entrepreneurial journey; nevertheless, its role in entrepreneurship education has evolved over time. Early research primarily framed failure as a negative outcome, emphasizing financial, emotional, and reputational costs (Singh et al., 2007).In contrast, contemporary perspectives view failure as a valuable learning opportunity that fosters resilience and ethical reflection (Shepherd, 2003; Cope, 2011). This paper explores the shift in understanding entrepreneurial failure, focusing on its integration into responsible entrepreneurship education. Using reflexive methodology (Alvesson & Sköldberg, 2009), systems thinking (Hägg et al., 2024), and experiential learning theory, we propose a pedagogical framework that embeds failure as a core component of entrepreneurship curricula. Such an approach supports the development of reflective, socially responsible, and ethically grounded entrepreneurs. Key teaching strategies discussed include failure-based case studies, ethical dilemma simulations, and guided self-reflection practices. By embracing failure as a formative experience, educators can help students build adaptive decision-making skills. This enhances their ability to navigate complex, uncertain environments while promoting responsible entrepreneurship. Ultimately, the paper contributes to rethinking entrepreneurial education through a lens of learning from failure, shaping more resilient and socially conscious entrepreneurial mindsets. This reconceptualization aligns with global calls for sustainability, inclusivity, and ethical innovation. The framework offers actionable guidance for educators seeking to transform failure into a powerful teaching tool. We conclude that integrating failure learning promotes the long-term capacity for sustainable and reflective entrepreneurial practice.

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