 The Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce and the local government have dome much to make it possible to have a good career or a successful business in the area. The tax structure of the area is such that a well-developed business can prosper without suffering from over taxation, something that can be fatal to businesses in other areas of the country. Because of this, the job market in the area is terrific. Housing is affordable. There is no denying the benefits of the area-beautiful surroundings, balmy temperatures, and a class of people whose friendliness has made Fort Lauderdale one of the best tourist locations in the world.The types of businesses that have found success in the area are as varied as the people themselves. Of course, those businesses associated with tourism have been a mainstay for decades. They continue to be a growing sector with many new hotels and resorts in the area being built yearly. Other entrepreneurs are taking existing structures and giving them a face-lift. All of this activity creates jobs in the area, from the contractors who build and refurbish the structures, to the men and women who staff them once they are built.  Also as a function of tourism, the guide industry has flourished, especially in light of all the ecological awareness that has swept the nation in recent years. Swamp tours and ecology hikes are becoming more and more popular as visitor's and locals alike want to learn about the wonderful and varied ecology of south Florida. Just about every mode of transportation is being utilized for this industry. Airboats are used in many marshland and swamp outings. Boats are common, such as that used in the water taxi. Recently airplanes and helicopters have gotten into the act, providing bird's-eye-view tours of the vast and beautiful coastlines along south Florida. Each of these businesses needs people to make them successful such as educated tour guides, sales and marketing people, mechanics for the vessels, and accountants, to name a few.Tourism is by no means the only industry supporting the Fort Lauderdale economy. It is a major force in the area. Anyone with a skill to offer this wide-ranging sector can be optimistic when coming to this area that there will be a job for you. |