A Better HR Business · 2026-05-12 · 37 min
In this episode, Ben is joined by Scott Trompolt , founder and principal consultant at Trompolt Compensation Design Solutions (TCDS). With over 18 years in corporate HR leadership across the US and Germany, followed by more than a decade consulting globally, Scott shares his insights on effective compensation strategy, pay transparency, and the journey from corporate life to independent consulting. The discussion covers the evolving landscape of compensation, the impact of pay transparency laws, and how compensation can be leveraged for employee engagement. Scott also details his approach to structuring consulting projects, pricing strategies, and building a steady client base, as well as his motivations for writing "The Defragmented Consultant." He discusses how he initially relied on established relationships and positive word-of-mouth from previous professional contacts to win his first consulting projects. Over time, referrals and client recommendations helped keep his project pipeline full. As some long-term clients retired, he adapted by improving his website, using LinkedIn for outreach, and appearing on podcasts to reach new, "cold" clients.
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