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Scott’s Thoughts on Noncompete Agreements, Surveillance Pricing, and How to Be a Great Storyteller

2024/8/28
logo of podcast The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

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A listener asks about the impact of the FTC's ban on non-compete agreements on his own situation and the broader economy. Scott Galloway discusses the potential benefits and drawbacks of the ban, arguing that non-competes stifle wages and innovation while benefiting corporations and shareholders.
  • The FTC's ban on non-competes aims to boost wages and new business creation.
  • Non-competes are prevalent, affecting 30 million Americans.
  • Galloway supports the ban, viewing non-competes as harmful to the economy and favoring corporations over workers.

Shownotes Transcript

Scott speaks about the FTC’s decision to ban noncompete agreements, specifically why it’s another great move from the agency’s chair, Lina Khan, to rein in the power of large companies. He then discusses FTC’s recent investigation into surveillance pricing practices among eight companies, and wraps up with advice on how to be a good storyteller. 

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