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Compensation Consultant

Scott Trumpolt is Managing Director & Principal Consultant at Trumpolt Compensation Design Solutions (TCDS). With 30+ years in compensation planning and HR leadership across North America, Europe, APAC, and LATAM, he builds market-based pay structures, sales incentive plans, and “career architecture” systems that turn pay transparency into practical growth paths. A Certified Global Remuneration Professional with an M.S. in HR, Scott has advised organizations across logistics and aerospace, as well as healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. He’s known for translating “black box” compensation into manager-ready tools that improve engagement, retention, and performance.

April 9, 2026

Why Most Sales Compensation Plans Fail | Tips for Sales Managers

Most sales managers inherit broken compensation plans and wonder why their best reps keep leaving. In this episode, compensation expert Scott Trumpolt breaks down exactly why most sales compensation plans fail and what you can do to fix it. Scott shares his experience in designing pay structures that actually motivate your team, reduce sales turnover, and create clear career pathways for your salespeople if you're a new sales manager trying to understand why your top performers keep walking out ...

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Dec. 3, 2025

Secrets to Better Pay at Work! | EP 104

Ever wonder why your salary feels like a mystery? The "black box" of compensation is finally opening up. In this episode, Scott Trumpolt—compensation consulting expert—reveals the pay transparency secrets HR departments do not openly discuss. We break down why compensation has been so secretive, how younger generations are demanding change, and what you need to know to take control of your career growth. ✅ Why compensation has been treated as "hush hush." ✅ The shift toward pay transparency and ...

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