Non-compete agreements are under new scrutiny in 2025. While the FTC dropped its nationwide ban, targeted enforcement is ramping up—especially in healthcare and staffing. Here’s what employers, recruiters, and business leaders need to know about retention, recruiting, and reputation in this shifting landscape.

Too many companies expect their first marketing hire to be a “do-it-all” unicorn—brand strategist, demand gen guru, content machine, and more. The truth is, no one can do it all well. Here’s how to scope the role, set priorities, and build a foundation for growth that lasts.

A bad sales hire isn’t just a missed number—it’s lost revenue, damaged culture, and leadership time drained on firefighting. The true cost runs deeper than most leaders realize, but a disciplined, stage-appropriate hiring strategy can protect both your pipeline and your team.