This research delves into the critical success factors underpinning small businesses in the
United States with a particular emphasis on socially responsible practices. By analyzing nine
pertinent articles this study identifies key themes essential for small business success
including leader attributes business characteristics innovation technology adoption support
mechanisms and social responsibility initiatives. These findings offer a coherent framework
for both scholars and practitioners to navigate success considerations across diverse business
landscapes. Notably the study underscores the pressing need to enhance the disconcerting
survival rate of American small businesses which languishes below 50% within the initial five
years of operation. Noteworthy is the prominence of leader and business characteristics as
pivotal success factors alongside the robust correlation observed between socially responsible
practices and business success. Moreover the research highlights the nuanced nature of
individual leaders' strategies for organizational success often rooted in their vision and
mission execution.
