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#RI-6aaf5ce8·4 months ago·
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“disclosed outside project to employer”

Employer blocked my outside software project despite disclosure

What I wish I knew
"what exactly constitutes a conflict of interest"
If I could tell you one thing
"clarify company policies before starting outside projects"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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