Social responsibility in Guinean micro, small and medium-sized enterprises: What mechanisms underlie employees' causal attributions of their behavior?

This article analyzes how employees of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Guinea perceive corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and how these perceptions influence their behavior. A qualitative study was conducted with semi-directed interviews with fifteen employees of ten MSMEs from different sectors, using an inductive approach and an interpretative framework for data analysis. Data analysis with Nvivo revealed that CSR and employee engagement are influenced by perceived supports and social interactions. These findings encourage MSMEs to engage in initiatives that address authentic societal concerns. Keywords: Substantive CSR, Symbolic CSR, Causal Attribution, Social Exchange, Employee Perceptions and Behaviours.