Yes. The non-compete clauses in my NY consulting contracts always focus on protecting the consulting firm's cut of the billing. If you have been asked to sign a noncompete agreement as an independent contractor, such an agreement may not be enforceable.Compete agreement is a contract where an employee agrees not to compete with an employer after the employment period is over. A noncompete agreement is a common contract between businesses and their employees, also called a covenant not to compete. The job must be specialized enough to warrant a noncompete. For example, a noncompete for a burger flipper at McDonalds is not enforceable. Non-compete agreements, also referred to as Restrictive Covenants, are often contained within employment contracts. The Proposed Rule marks a major shift to the legality and enforceability of non-compete agreements. Noncompete agreements usually aren't valid when working with independent contractors. To clarify: Non compete = "You may not go work for anyone in the same industry.