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.

the year end bonus headache no one warned you about

The Year-End Bonus Headache No One Warned You About

By: Garrett Wilson As we head into the start of 2026, it’s worth reflecting on what happened…

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When the Same Problems Repeat, It Is Not the People

When the Same Problems Repeat, It Is Not the People

By: Garrett Wilson Let’s face it. One of your core responsibilities as a leader is navigating people…

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professional development that works

Professional Development that Actually Works

By: Garrett Wilson Professional development is one of the top five benefits dental professionals are looking for…

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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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6 common dental myths that you need to know … and debunk

By Dawn Patrick | November 30, 2020

Let’s talk about some common dental myths that your patients might be hearing … and accepting.

Why Now is the Time for You to be an Influencer

By David Rice | November 30, 2020

Another week, another piece of misinformation about dentistry is out there and ready for us to address. On Thanksgiving Day, the New York Times published a piece about how teeth were mysteriously falling out of people’s mouths. Was it because of COVID-19? Some would say yes, but we in the dental industry know that there…

What To Do When a Team Member Tests Positive for COVID-19

By David Rice | November 25, 2020

What do you do if a team member tests positive for COVID-19 in your practice? Dr. David Rice has some advice.

How To Have “Courageous Conversations” in the Dental Practice

By Dawn Patrick | November 25, 2020

How can you have “courageous conversations” in the dental practice? Katherine Eitel-Belt talks you run through it.

The Importance of Honesty in the Midst of a Pandemic

By Dawn Patrick | November 23, 2020

Honesty is now more important than ever, because honesty can help your team prepare for a potential exposure to COVID-19.

Why Trending Today Fails You

By David Rice | November 18, 2020

Let’s talk about trending … but how do we build a plan to trend for the long-haul? Dr. David Rice offers his thoughts.

10 simple things you can do to get through hard times

By Dawn Patrick | November 17, 2020

Life is a series of peaks and valleys. Sometimes you’re up, sometimes you’re down. But it’s the difficult times where we need a little more support and guidance. Here are some tips that can help.

Why You Need to Hit the Reset Button Heading into 2021

By Dawn Patrick | November 17, 2020

Take a step back. Take a breath. 2020 has been a lot to take in, but now is the time to plan for what’s to come in 2021.

Preparing for the Waves to Come in 2021

By Dawn Patrick | November 10, 2020

None of us knew that 2020 would bring a pandemic into our industry and society. What will 2021 bring? None of us know for sure. However, we do know that you can learn from the past and prepare for the future using analysis and trends from a pair of experts who have been tracking what has been happening in the industry before, during, and after the COVID-19 disruption.

What Tax Challenges Await Dental Practices in 2021?

By Dawn Patrick | November 9, 2020

With a new year comes new tax codes and rules that you and your dental practice need to know.