Factors influencing business operations of small and medium enterprise entrepreneurs in Khon Kean province

Abstract

       This research aimed to study the opinions of entrepreneurs regarding the importance of personal factors and factors in operating small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Khon Kaen province, and to study the relationship between personal factors and factors in operating a business as a small and medium-sized business entrepreneur (SMEs) in Khon Kaen Province. The population used in this study were 700 small and medium-sized business operators (SMEs) in Khon Kaen province. The researcher determined the sample using the Taro Yamane table with a confidence level of 95% and a margin of error of 5%. An appropriate sample of 286 people was used by purposive sampling. The tool used in the study was a questionnaire. Statistics used in data analysis include frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and F-test (One-way ANOVA).
      The results of the study found that most respondents are female, aged between 31-40 years old, and had a Bachelor's degree, domiciled in Khon Kaen province, working hours 51-60 hours/week , the age of the business is 6-10 years. The number of employees in the business is 1-30 people. The investment of the business 500,001-1,000,000 Baht. The type of business is service. It has the characteristics of operating as a sole proprietorship and limited partnership. Mosts had never operated any other type of business before their current business and have worked elsewhere. Respondents' opinions on factors in financial business operations (Financing) had the highest average.