Garrett Wilson

Garrett Wilson

Garrett Wilson is the CEO and Founder of Pay Insights, a company dedicated to simplifying compensation information to build trust and transparency between employees and employers. He uses over 17 years of human resources experience to provide better data and educational resources to promote happier and healthier workplace relationships.

Garrett obtained his master’s degree through the University of South Dakota in Human Resources and bachelor’s degree in business management from Minnesota State University – Mankato. He also holds multiple senior level HR certificates. When not working, you can catch Garrett creating fun travel adventures with his wife, spending time with family, or whipping up something delicious in the kitchen.

equal pay vs. fair pay

Equal Pay vs. Fair Pay: What’s Best for Your Practice?

By: Garrett Wilson Compensation is one of the toughest decisions dental offices face. Limited access to reliable…

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proactive compensation strategy

No Compensation Strategy? You’re Contributing to Turnover

By: Garrett Wilson Payroll might be your biggest expense, but turnover is what’s really bleeding your practice….

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solving workforce challenges

Solving Workforce Challenges by Extending Careers

By: Garrett Wilson The dental industry has been navigating a complex workforce puzzle: how do we retain…

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Compensation Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated

Compensation Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated

By: Garrett Wilson You’re trying to set competitive pay for your staff, but finding accurate compensation data…

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using AI & automation to supercharge your dental practice

Supercharge Your Dental Practice with AI & Automation: Top Tools for Efficiency & Growth 

By Dawn Patrick | July 7, 2025

By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS  In today’s evolving dental landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation are no longer just buzzwords, they’re essential tools for building smarter, more profitable practices. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or managing multiple locations, these technologies help improve diagnostic accuracy, streamline daily operations, and create…

Removing Dental Cement Inside A Zirconia And Lithium Disilicate Crown

Removing Dental Cement Inside A Zirconia And Lithium Disilicate Crown

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | July 7, 2025

By: Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Sometimes a crown comes off and if it’s not damaged and the tooth structure is healthy still without any caries lesion, we can recement the same dental crown to the patient without needing to…

proactive compensation strategy

No Compensation Strategy? You’re Contributing to Turnover

By Garrett Wilson | July 7, 2025

By: Garrett Wilson Payroll might be your biggest expense, but turnover is what’s really bleeding your practice. Every time a team member walks out the door, it costs you time, money, and momentum. And if you don’t have a plan for compensation, you’re likely making the problem worse. Let’s be clear: people don’t leave just…

modernize your dental office

The Elevated Experience: How Modernizing for Patient Convenience Boosts Your Dental Practice 

By Dawn Patrick | June 30, 2025

By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS  Today’s dental patients are more than health consumers, they’re informed, tech-savvy, and expect a service experience that matches what they get from top retailers and service providers.  From how they book appointments to how they pay bills, patients want streamlined systems, clear communication, and…

dental office teams that learn together

Why Dental Teams Should Learn Together

By Ronda Holman | June 30, 2025

By: Ronda Holman In the fast-paced world of dentistry, continuing education (CE) is essential, not just for dentists, but for the entire dental team. When a practice chooses to learn together, something special happens: skills are sharpened, communication improves, and the entire office culture levels up.  But beyond the clinical gains, team learning sends a…

facts about zirconia

Making Informed Decisions When Choosing Zirconia Restorations 

By Christopher Mazzola, DDS | June 30, 2025

By: Christopher Mazzola, DDSThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Mazzola granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. The purpose of looking at recent research data is to see how we can improve our clinical outcomes. Different scholarly journals inform us of ways to decrease risk and hopefully increase the longevity of the services…

new dental office owner filling out insurance credentialing paperwork

You Purchased a Dental Practice, Congratulations! (Insurance Credentialing….Where to Start?!)

By Angela Holland | June 30, 2025

By: Angela Holland Purchasing a dental practice is a significant milestone in any dentist’s career. It’s an exciting time, full of opportunities for growth, patient care, and building a long-lasting reputation in your community. However, the transition from being a practitioner to a practice owner involves much more than just managing day-to-day operations. One crucial…

class III cavity guide for dental students

Class III Preparation and Restoration: High-Yield Guide for Dental Students

By Michael Eid | June 23, 2025

By: Michael Eid Class III lesions are your first step into esthetic dentistry and demand perfection. You’re now working on anterior teeth—where every margin, contour, and finish is visible. This guide breaks it down so you can restore it with a little more confidence. What Is a Class III Cavity? Location: Proximal surfaces (mesial/distal) of…

empathy in leadership

Scrubs, Stress & Leadership: Why Empathy Is Your Secret Superpower

By Dawn Patrick | June 23, 2025

By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS  In the fast-paced, high-demand environment of a dental practice, stress can build quickly—from back-to-back procedures and insurance hurdles to team tension and patient anxiety. What if the solution to reducing that stress isn’t about doing more, but about leading better?  One of the most underutilized…

composite warmers and how to effectively use them

Composite Warmers: Why and How to Effectively Use Them

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | June 23, 2025

By: Lee Ann BradyThis Topic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Many dentists warm composite by placing it on top of the operatory light, but I wonder what the patient is thinking when you reach for it on top of the light.   Some dentists have water…