Non-compete agreements and other restraints can end up hurting Australian workers – and all of us pay the price

Non-compete agreements and other restraints can end up hurting Australian workers – and all of us pay the price

Twinsterphoto/ShutterstockAustralian workers have to overcome some significant barriers in navigating their careers. Some may lack the training or work experience opportunities needed to make themselves stand out and take the next step. Others may be extensively qualified, but face limited new job or promotional opportunities relevant to their skill set. But there’s another common barrier that’s often overlooked: post-employment restraints. Amon…