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Many audit departments, firms and agencies struggle to find and keep qualified people. WHY?The way we hire auditors is all wrong.Let's talk about itOn the next episode ofAudit Bites.

Where were the auditors?People love to ask this question in the aftermath of an incident.AndIt's a fair questions.But you may not like the answer.Let's talk about in the next episode of Audit Bites.www.auditbites.com

There was once a time when companies looked to auditors to be the next leaders in the organization.Unfortunately, recent surveys indicate that most are not prepared for roles beyond auditing.Why?𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬.➡️ Checklist auditing is counterproductive➡️ Soft skills are required for success➡️ Sufficient training non negotiableLet's talk about it on the next episode of Audit Bites.

Your clients don't care about your certifications.Let that sink in. I know some of you are shocked. But...They don't.At least not in the beginning.Auditors must add value.But before you add value,you must be visible.Let's talk about it on the next episode of Audit Bites.

Auditing is fun. Okay, okay. For those not in the profession, you can stop laughing now.It really is.But is all fun and games until the auditor is fired.Continuing the conversation about the head auditor who was recently fired after almost 15 years of service with a clean performance review history, in this episode of Audit Bites, we'll discuss what to look for in vetting an organization for employment as an auditor.Believe it or not, there are some red flags you should watch out for that may indicate a bad culture for auditors.Join me on this episode as we talk about them.

Your company's 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 can propel or kill its profits. No one likes working for a crappy company.Most don't want to buy from a horrible organization.So why are so few assessing organizational culture?Let's talk about it!www.auditbites.com

What happens when you expose corrupt practices in the corporation but then everyone points the finger at you...Because you told the truth. I guess you're a snitch.We all know snitches get...well. Fired.By now most of us have seen what happened to a city auditor who dared investigate a situation after receiving a credible complaint. How dare he...(was that too sarcastic?).Let's talk about it.Auditors, your jobs are in jeopardy if you sit back and do nothing.Join us for this episode of Audit Bites.

What if you could predict the future and avoid all bad risks? You'd be a super auditor. But let's face it, no one can that. But are you at least ready to discuss potential risk items with your organization's management team. Most auditors are too busy auditing the past, unaware of what is happening now and completely unprepared for the future. Let's talk about what we can do to prepare for the risks around the corner.Visit us at www.auditbites.com and grab some CPE for listening to a podcast.

Facts don't care about your feelings. Unfortunately feelings control many decisions in business environments. I worked with one woman who was overworked, underpaid and completely burned out. Each year, she asked her boss for additional funding to hire more staff. Each year, her boss denied her request. Why? It finally came out that her boss simply did not like her. So she worked for years in an compromised control environment because of her boss' personal problem. After she left, the money magically appeared to clean up the department. Are auditors aware of emotional issues that impact the organization? Should you be? Let's talk about this on the next episode of Audit Bites.www.auditbites.com

Before the world went into chaos, I was known for wearing colorful socks. It was different and added a little style to my wardrobe. Then came SOX. Ughh. A legislative mandate that was thrust upon the business world because we allowed dishonest people to be in charge. It has cost companies millions, transferred financial accountability away from management and ruined internal auditing.Join me for a discussion on SOX on the next episode of Audit Bites.www.auditbites.comhttps://youtu.be/p5iBEVrnF0I

Auditors believe in truth, justice and compliance. But even the best auditors can't cope with and/or fix a corrupt culture. A mad management team will undermine the best audit or compliance efforts.Let's talk about culture on this episode of Audit Bites.Why is it important?Why you should audit it?

How well do you understand what your organization does? Unfortunately most executives, managers and auditors do not understand the inner workings of the organization.This is a problem. Auditors must understand how the organization operates.Otherwise, audit efforts are pointless.How well do you understand how your company does what it does?Join us on Audit Bites as we talk about the best way to understand your organization.https://youtu.be/TDMoJ17RRXw

I know what you're thinking, there is no way auditors can be arrogant. We are the victims. No one likes us and they treat us badly. Well sometimes they don't like us because we can be arrogant. Some are outright arrogant. Whereas others are accidently arrogant.And that is what we'll talk about in episode 15 of Audit Bites titled Don't be an Arrogant Auditor.Audit Bites is hosted by Robert Berry and is the first live show to discuss auditing. And we give you CPE for watching a live show or listening to a podcast. Pretty cool right? Go to www.auditbites.com for more.https://youtu.be/JSvDbsk5tGk

Have you ever sat in a meeting and thought, "Everyone in here is bat sh** crazy"? Thousands of auditors sit in meetings presenting facts to clients who, instead of acknowledging issues, go on the attack. Stunned, trying to figure out what went wrong, these same auditors retreat in defeat while the control environment gets weaker. What happens when clients are crazy? In this episode, we'll discuss why every auditor needs to study psychology and how it can help you better understand irrational client behaviors.www.auditbites.comhttps://youtu.be/Es8G0Hix7J4

You should be thanking your auditors. Yeah I know that sounds strange. But really. Who has been there for you regardless of how treat them?Who tells you the truth when others won't?Who really wants you to succeed?Join us today where we discuss 3 reasons to be thankful for auditors.https://youtu.be/D3V9kcGkZXw

Auditors often wonder how close they should and/or can get with clients. You must remain objective and independent. We hear it all the time. But being friendly does not compromise independence.Let's talk about it today on Audit Bites with Robert (That Audit Guy) Berry.https://youtu.be/KvkybKcnr1w

An auditor's primary job is to ask questions. And the questions you ask can build or kill your credibility. In this episode of Audit Bites, we'll show a live example of bad questioning at its finest. Also, I'll discuss the impact and implications of bad questions.Audit Bites is the first live podcast/show discussing auditing.We're live on LinkedIn and on all your favorite podcasting platforms.https://youtu.be/TUbL8FjqS2I

Physical security of assets and valuables is one of the most important things auditors should consider. So why do we often fail to look at physical security during audits. In this episode we'll talk about the impact of forgetting physical security and how to make sure you are covered.https://youtu.be/IUD9sv80Hbw

You've asked your client for information and documentation several times. They promised to have it each week. And failed to deliver each week. You've asked multiple times and you still have not received the information. Why happens when clients restrict your access? What should it tell you about the organization? And what can you do about it? Let's talk about it.https://youtu.be/x3PgzSE5khM

Auditors and attorneys should be on the same page. And most times, we are. But when there are differences of opinion, they tend to blow up. Why? Let's talk about it.https://youtu.be/j8AcaGzCDm0

Internal auditors will never win the most liked department in the organization award. Stop trying. In your role, you will often see the best and the worst in the organization. When times are good, your organization is happy. When times are bad, it's the auditor's fault for either a) not catching it or b) catching it. Of course I'm overexaggerating it a little. But what a no win situation. Stop trying to be liked and just be honest. It's not that difficult. But that honesty requires bravery. In this episode of Audit Bites, I'll discuss what it takes for auditors to be brave.www.auditbites.comhttps://youtu.be/1gloibHD7nY

What do you do for a living? Are you an auditor who struggles to answer that question?You're not alone. But if you can't answer this simple question, how can you expect your clients or the general public to understand what it means to be an internal auditor?Do you even know what people are saying about you?If you not, you're going to be surprised in the episode. I'll show you what people think you do and we'll talk about how to fix it the identity issue.www.auditbites.comhttps://youtu.be/8xHhBHXdnZo

In episode 001, I talked about what happens when employees disappear from an organization. But what happens when your auditors disappear? Should subsequent auditors be concerned? Does it say something about the company's culture? We'll discuss this and more in episode 5 of Audit Bites.#internalauditing #auditors #internalauditors #auditinghttps://youtu.be/Pi0EZNltb4o

Good auditors must be able to observe.Great auditors must be able to inquire.Observation and inquiry are two of the pillars of our profession. So why are so many of us bad at it? In this episode of Audit Bites, we'll show an example of horrible observation and inquiry and talk about 3 tips that can make us better at it.Join us for the episode #004.While you're here, Join our mailing list. We give a way free CPEs each month. Go to www.auditbites.com.https://youtu.be/Ch7rrP3vTvQ

You just finished typing the last word on the audit report you've been working on. It's a masterpiece. You hit send and hope your client has no problems with it. Unfortunately, they hate every word. And, it's probably your fault.Join me this week on Audit Bites when we discuss 3 Reasons Clients Can't Stand Your Audit Reports.Audit Bites is the first LIVE show discussing auditing.Listen, learn, grab some CPE.www.auditbites.comhttps://youtu.be/-iseLRrsUXE

The job of an auditor should be fairly simple. Gather facts, analyze the data, and report back to stakeholders. But is is almost never that easy, especially when dealing with people and personalities. In this episode of Audit Bites, I'll explore 5 Reasons Clients Ignore Auditor Advice.Audit Bites gives you small bite sized chunks of audit discussions and training. It is the first LIVE show dedicated to auditing. And you can get CPEs too. Go to www.auditbites.comhttps://youtu.be/Vvb2H43y03Q

What happens when a member of management leaves an organization? Have you ever considered this might be a risk that you should look at? Don't believe me?Tune in to this episode of Audit Bites to see why you should care when someone leaves the organization and why auditors should assess the aftermath.Audit Bites gives you small bite sized chunks of audit discussions and training. It is the first LIVE show dedicated to auditing. And you can get CPEs too. Can't wait to see you there.www.auditbites.comhttps://youtu.be/B7y5EnTZOic