Many people dream of starting their own business but hesitate to take the first step. Sometimes, the lack of a clear idea or plan holds them back — but most often, it’s the shortage of funds.
However, the state has created effective support mechanisms. One such opportunity is the grant program “Own Business”, which provides non-repayable financial assistance to individuals and entrepreneurs for starting or developing a business.
Employment service specialists actively inform citizens about the program, provide consultations, help create business plans, and answer all related questions. Thanks to this support, more and more people are successfully turning their ideas into reality.
A great example is the story of entrepreneur Sonia Nagapetyan from Sloviansk. She runs a retail business selling eyeglasses and related products. Realizing that modern equipment was essential for quality customer service, she applied for the “Own Business” program and received a grant.
With the grant funds, she purchased a specialized device that helps detect eye pathologies and perform preliminary diagnostics for children and the elderly.
As her business grew, she needed to hire staff. Employment service recruiters assisted her in finding personnel, and as a result, Sonia employed Hanna, a job seeker.
Additionally, the employment service specialists advised her to take advantage of another state support tool — reimbursement of the unified social contribution for employing an unemployed person in a newly created position. This helped ease the financial burden and accelerate business growth.
Sonia Nagapetyan is confident: the key to success is having a clear plan and working diligently, as the state provides opportunities for those who strive to grow their own business and create jobs for others.
You can learn more about the “Own Business” grant program on the State Employment Service website: https://www.dcz.gov.ua/people/micro.
The Employment Service remains a reliable partner for entrepreneurs — from consultations and business plan development to assistance with recruitment and financial compensation processing.
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