Career
Tips, stories, and analysis on professional growth, job searching, and work-life balance.
44% of Generation Z employees admit to sabotaging the introduction of AI in companies
A new large-scale study shows that almost half of young employees deliberately block their employers' AI initiatives. Against the backdrop of mass expectations for rapid mastering of AI, the fear of layoffs and distrust of corporate strategies are growing.
New Employment Program: 15,000 Jobs for the Long-Term Unemployed, Youth, and People Over 55
The Ministry of Labor and Social Policy is launching a program to create 15,000 jobs with a budget of 41 million euros. The program targets the long-term unemployed, people with disabilities, youth, and people over 55, and also provides support for dealing with disaster situations.
Job Fairs for Refugees in Sofia and Burgas: Caritas Facilitates Labor Market Integration
Caritas is organizing job fairs for refugees in Sofia and Burgas on March 24th and 31st. The project supports the economic inclusion of refugees with the assistance of UNHCR, providing an opportunity for direct meetings with employers.
Women in Leadership Positions in Bulgarian Companies: Growth and Trends
A study by the Bulgarian Stock Exchange shows an increase in the proportion of women in leadership positions in public companies in Bulgaria. The report examines leading sectors, international comparisons, and initiatives for equality.
Small business or secure salary: what Bulgarians choose and why entrepreneurship still frightens
Small firms are the backbone of the economy, but most people around us still prefer stable work to their own business. Fear of failure and distrust in the environment weigh more than the dream of freedom.
Doubling Dual Education: Businesses Open Doors to the Young
Dual education in Bulgaria: a 10% increase in employers according to new data. Focus on the ICT sector and state support. Is this a sustainable trend or a temporary measure? Event in Burgas.
"Second start" after 35/40: how to change direction without feeling like you're starting from scratch
More and more people after 35-40 are looking for a new profession or direction. Reskilling is not a "restart", but a second version of yourself - based on experience, not on a blank sheet.
The Future of Work: Which Professions Will Be Dictated by Artificial Intelligence?
How is AI changing the job market? We reveal the most sought-after professions of the future: AI engineers, consultants, data annotators, researchers, and hardware specialists. Preparing for the future.
The Labor Market Recovers: Rise in Job Advertisements in January 2026
Over 70% growth in job advertisements in January 2026 compared to December 2025, reports JobTiger. Year-on-year decline, but recovery in key sectors such as trade, manufacturing, and services.
The diploma cult: "a piece of paper for prestige" or real skills – and can one get by without "connections" in Bulgaria?
For many Bulgarians, higher education remains a symbol of status, but the market increasingly demands skills. And the myth that "nothing can be done without connections" lives side by side with stories of people who have succeeded on their own. Where is the truth?
The Balance in Science: How a New Project Will Explore the Lives of Scientists?
A new study by the 'Scientific Research Fund' (2025) on the work-life balance in an academic career. Focus on values, ethics, and challenges.
5 New Tools for Managing Age Diversity in Enterprises
The Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has developed and implemented 5 innovative electronic tools for diagnosing and assessing age diversity in enterprises, funded under the Human Resources Development Programme. The tools are designed to identify age-related characteristics, assess team effectiveness, organizational culture, engagement, and leadership potential.
Why Build a Career in Bulgaria? The Answer Lies in The Hague
A forum in The Hague on November 9th asks: "Career and Life: Why in Bulgaria?" The event will explore opportunities for work, professional development, and life in the country. What are the answers that will be revealed?
Top professions in Bulgaria for 2025: statistics, salaries, requirements and trends for 2026
IT, medicine, transport and construction dominate among the most popular professions in Bulgaria. Average salaries range from BGN 1,800 to BGN 13,000, and the demand for qualified personnel is growing.
Job Fairs in Dobrich, Vratsa, Strazhitsa, and Burgas in November
The Employment Agency is organizing job fairs in four cities in November. The events will take place in Dobrich, Vratsa, Strazhitsa, and Burgas, offering job opportunities. High interest is expected.