Tips for getting your first job in Bulgaria

When I first left the UK it was to live in Austria.
I had no knowledge of the country, it's language, its social taboos or any other aspect of moving abroad.

My advice for anyone looking to start work in another country is to become immersed in all these aspects.

I was a fairly experienced engineer. But in order to break into Austrian society I accepted any job that was offered. This ranged from washing lorries, washing dishes, and emptying some very unsavory mechanical devices.

This started me moving up through all the necessary channels, and gave me a list of preferred contacts.

This worked for me in Austria. And I'm sure Bulgaria is completely different in many ways, but what I'm trying to imply is that you have to start somewhere, and perhaps take what you're offered at first building up your Bulgarian vocabulary, and also your standing in the community.

This reminds me of the adage:-
“If at first you don't succeed, lower your sights”

Mike