One aspect of this is going to depend on the legality of the country your employees are working in that will ultimately control your options to retain employees through those methods. In the US, most employees are “at will” meaning they are free to leave your employment at anytime. Rather than focusing on stopping competitor from “taking” your employees, focus more on having your employees choose to stay. Compensation is one aspect but working culture and other benefits like flexible schedule or development opportunities can be equally important.
