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Takeaways:

• The enforcement and impact of non-competes vary wildly across industries and state lines.
• Lawmakers are pushing to reform non-compete laws, aiming to protect businesses while giving workers more freedom to change jobs.
• Businesses need to tread carefully, crafting non-competes that are both enforceable and fair—or risk backfiring.
• As legal norms evolve, companies must stay ahead of the curve, adapting to new expectations in the employer-employee relationship.
• Non-competes can trap employees, stifling their mobility and career growth.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage

01:53 The Impact of Non-Competes on Businesses

04:43 Employee Perspective: Signing Non-Competes

07:07 The Harmful Effects of Broad Interpretations

09:57 Legislative Efforts to Reform Non-Compete Laws 1

0:54 Adapting to the Changing Norms and Legal Landscape

About Your Host:

Ken Schmitt is an industry veteran with nearly three decades of expertise in executive recruiting. He shares the wealth of knowledge gained from working with a large regional agency, the globally renowned Heidrick & Struggles, and founding TurningPoint Executive Search—a distinctive firm dedicated to fostering high-touch partnerships. With a wealth of experience and a passion for elevating the executive recruiting landscape, Ken brings a unique perspective that enriches every episode of "Hiring Matters."

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