What if true career security isn’t a paycheck from a company, but the confidence to trust yourself?
And what if building a life you love could start with small daily routines and a willingness to “bet on yourself”?

In this electric episode of ILA Radio, host Laura Alyn sits down with Scott Trumpolt—employee compensation expert, former corporate HR leader, and independent consultant—for a conversation that will permanently expand how you think about independence, career fulfillment, and mentoring.

This episode is full of revelations: how stepping out of corporate life can feel scarier than it actually is, why diversification and client relationships create real security, and how integrating work and personal life transforms both into a meaningful, passion-driven practice. Scott also shares the lessons that shaped him: the importance of mentoring, trusting your instincts, and building a career aligned with your skills, values, and curiosity.

Scott’s journey is proof that independence isn’t just about leaving a job—it’s about taking responsibility for your own path, designing work that feels like a calling, and discovering fulfillment in the life you create.

If you’ve ever felt “too cautious,” “too multi-talented,” or “too unsure to take the leap,” this episode will feel like coming home. Tune in and discover how to trust your instincts, embrace independence, and build a career that truly fits who you are.

For more on Scott:

https://hrcompensationconsulting.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-trumpolt-m-a-g-r-p-257a6b317

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