From maternity leave to the own studio: how Alyona turned her hobby into a successful business in Cherkasy

Press service of the State Tax Service of Ukraine, published 16 September 2026 at 10:08 Chapter: News

We continue to share stories of our citizens who used help of the Tax Consultant Office. Today is a story of Alyona from Cherkasy.

Maternity leave is a period not only of caring for a child, but also the time when new dreams are born. While on maternity leave, Alyona decided to turn her passion for the beauty industry into her own business and open a cozy beauty studio.

However, at the very beginning, confidence in her own skills clashed with a fear of administrative routine. What group of individuals-entrepreneurs and taxation system should be chosen for the beauty industry? How to correctly make settlements and submit reports? Having no previous experience in running a business, Alyona was most worried about making mistakes in filling out documents and getting fines right from the start. Having learned from local media about work of the Tax Consultants Office in Cherkasy, Alyona decided to seek advice from specialists.

Simple steps to own business

At the Tax Consultant Office, she was met with understanding and provided with comprehensive practical support:

- Individual selection: helped to choose optimal taxation system, explaining in detail procedure for paying the single tax and single contribution.

- Digital start: demonstrated how to work in the payer’s Electronic cabinet to submit reports online easily, quickly and without trips to institutions.

- Calmness and confidence: dispelled all fears about business registration and tax assessments.

Result is a self-reliance and care for the townspeople

Due to timely and professional support, Alyona confidently embarked on her entrepreneurial journey.

“I felt confident in the beauty industry, but tax questions initially caused fear. Addressing to the Tax Consultant Office was the best decision for me: they explained everything to me in simple terms and helped to set up my work. To everyone who dreams of having their own business but is hesitant about taxes, I can say one thing: don’t be afraid! Address to the Tax Consultant Office – it’s fast, clear, and absolutely free!” – Alyona shared.

Tax Consultant Offices of the State Tax Service – are places where business ideas receive reliable and understandable support at every stage!

Addresses of the Tax Consultant Offices:  https://tax.gov.ua/en/about-sfs/contacts/tax-consultant-offices