Re:Two mostly similar choices (Score 1)

It probably would make sense to get legal advice first, before broaching the subject with the employer, if only to get a feel for what the potential outcomes might be. It might be having to find a new job. It might nothing at all if the clause is considered toothless in your jurisdiction.

I seem to recall a case a few years ago, in Texas (I think I even read about it on Slashdot), where a fellow was sued by a former employer to provide, at his own expense (no less), complete details of an idea he had dreamed up but not shared while an employee (and Texas courts being what they are, the former employer won).

Cheers...