Occupational Licensing and Innovation
Steven discusses how occupational licensing hinders innovation in various industries, including the medical field, by restricting business model innovation and protecting incumbents' incomes. The conversation also touches on the example of dental hygienists and the limitations they face in opening their own teeth cleaning offices.In this clip
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