Per My Last Email We React to Corporate Espionage: Rippling v Deel
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Mar 24, 2025 Dive into the intriguing layers of the Rippling v Deel corporate espionage case. The hosts share humorous insights on deceptive tactics, like fake Slack channels designed to sabotage competitors. Discussions also tackle the ethical dilemmas of sharing knowledge when switching jobs and the blurred lines of noncompete agreements. Plus, they reveal why having a work nemesis might actually be beneficial for your career. It's a wild ride through the world of corporate rivalries and professionalism!
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Corporate Espionage Case
- Rippling sued Deel, alleging corporate espionage by a former employee.
- The alleged spy reportedly searched "Deel" 23 times daily and fled after trying to flush a phone down a toilet.
Slack Etiquette
- Your work communication, even private messages, are company property and searchable.
- Avoid saying anything you wouldn't want your colleagues or a judge to see.
Taking Work Elsewhere
- When changing jobs, take knowledge gained, but leave specific company documents behind.
- Recreate templates or processes from memory at your new job, don't copy them directly.