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Promotion vs. Passion Project: What to do when a contracts blocks your hustle.
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Episode 3199
Non-compete clauses used to belong in tech startups and C-suites. Now they sneak into mid-level offers—especially when management roles touch product strategy. Michael’s employer sells nothing automotive, yet the boilerplate clause sweeps a huge industry and threatens his profitable detailing-kit brand. The good news: companies often include blanket language they’re willing to narrow once you ask. The key is knowing what’s negotiable, what’s enforceable in your state, and how to approach HR without sounding adversarial."My evening side hustle—selling custom car-detail kits—has exploded to half my salary in just nine months. Great news, except my day job just offered me a promotion into management, and the contract comes with a stricter non-compete that broadly covers ‘automotive accessories and supplies.’ I don’t want to sabotage my career or burn bridges, but I also don’t want to put the brakes on my fast-growing hustle. How do I navigate this conversation with HR or legal, and is there room to negotiate carve-outs so everyone stays happy?"Listen to today's episode to learn more...
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