This report provides a comprehensive analysis of entrepreneurship and small business management, focusing on various types of small businesses and the typologies of entrepreneurial ventures. It highlights the differences and similarities between small businesses, large companies, and social enterprises, emphasizing the role of each in the social economy. The report also discusses the impact of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) on the economy, including their local impact and contribution to job creation, improved living standards, and economic growth. Furthermore, it explores the characteristics, traits, and skills of successful entrepreneurs, such as passion, self-belief, innovative thinking, and leadership. The report concludes by underscoring the importance of small businesses and startups in driving economic development and enhancing the overall standard of living.