Yudina A.A.

Purpose. The research is aimed at studying the causes of care in the shadow of the Russian economy. Methodology and methods. The study is based on the methodology of the concept of status mismatch. The main method was questioning of representatives of small business in Gatchina. The sample size was 945 entrepreneurs. For calculations we used methods of statistical analysis. Results and practical significance. The study revealed the presence status mismatch social groups of small entrepreneurs in the study of status of material well being, power and respect. Defined gender characteristics status mismatch social groups of small entrepreneurs and the level of shadow business in Gatchina. Noted that a significant problem for small business is the dissatisfaction of entrepreneurs legitimate income, this factor often and encourage them to move into the shadow and semi-legal business. Scientific novelty. Identified the most vulnerable elements of small entrepreneurship, which are proposed to be included into the program of development and support of small business in Russia.