Background: Entrepreneurial mindset and digital mindset are considered two key elements in the success of digital entrepreneurship. The impact of these two factors can lead to better identification of opportunities, creativity in business methods, and increased ability to utilize modern technologies. In addition, entrepreneurial networks play an important moderating role by strengthening connections among entrepreneurs, which facilitates the transfer of experience and knowledge. This study examines the relationship between entrepreneurial and digital mindsets and investigates the role of entrepreneurial networks in the success of digital entrepreneurship, aiming to provide effective strategies for advancing this field.
Objective: The main objective of this research is to examine the effect of entrepreneurial mindset and digital mindset on digital entrepreneurship, with an emphasis on the moderating role of entrepreneurial networks among graduates of Persian Gulf University who have graduated in the past five years.
Methodology: This research is considered an applied study and, in terms of strategy, uses a descriptive-survey approach. Its theoretical basis is deductive and it is based on the philosophy of positivism. The main data collection tool in this research is a questionnaire, which reflects the descriptive-survey nature of the study. The statistical population consists of graduates of Persian Gulf University from the past five years, and 371 of these individuals completed the questionnaires. The questionnaire was designed based on a five-point Likert scale, and its quality was assessed using criteria such as Cronbach’s alpha, composite reliability, and average variance extracted. For data analysis, the structural equation modeling method was used, and the data were analyzed using SPSS version 27 and PLS version 4.
Findings: The findings of this study indicate that both entrepreneurial mindset and digital mindset independently have a positive and significant ef