Audit Bites

By Robert Berry

What's Audit Bites about?

Audit bites is all about risk, auditing and compliance. Small bite-sized chunks of audit training on those touchy topics most won't talk about. Tune in if you are an internal auditing professional, risk management personnel or a compliance person.

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Audit Bites episodes:

06.12.2024
Auditors Should Be Cautious With Assumptions
You know what they say you do when you assume? What if everyone reacted to the world based on their assumptions? That could possibly end badly. But, on the other hand, assumptions do have their place...
05.22.2024
7 Reasons Auditors Are Awesome People
Auditors are awesome people. Seriously, you can stop laughing now. Join us on the next episode of the Audit Bites podcast as we discuss 7 Reasons Auditors Are Awesome People.
04.24.2024
Auditors Must Advocate for Honesty
If honesty is the best policy, why do we punish the innocent and honest? Join us on the next episode of the Audit Bites podcast as we discuss the benefits and detriments of honesty in the workplace....
04.10.2024
9 Problems with Modern Internal Audit Planning
Planning is important. No one can deny that. All too often, auditors start projects without a good plan. A lot of junior auditors don't know what's expected of them. ...
03.26.2024
Beyond Numbers: The Crucial Role of Storytelling in Auditing
Everyone loves a good story. Even auditors. But have you thought about the effect a good story has on your audit clients? Join us on the next episode of the Audit Bites podcast titled Beyond Numbers:...
03.13.2024
The Audit Profession is in Peril (maybe)
Are you having trouble finding qualified staff? I've talked to several audit leaders who are having a hard time finding qualified people. It's becoming a widespread problem. Let's talk about it. Watch on YouTube below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sc33a_l_rQA&t;=9s
02.28.2024
4 Reasons Auditors Must Review Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is only as smart as the humans who program and use it. It is not perfect. Therefore, auditors must review the organization's artificial intelligence. Join us on the next episode of the Audit Bites podcast as we...
02.27.2024
23 Reasons Your Audit Training Is Not Effective
Ever wondered why your audit training feels like a sluggish journey through quicksand? Join us on this episode of the Audit Bites podcast as we uncover the 23 surprising culprits that could be hindering your...
02.02.2024
Why Auditors Always Harp on Policies
Policies are important. Until they aren't. Auditors are always talking about policies and procedures. And it bugs the mess out of clients who view policies as paper-pushing exercises. Join us on the next episode...
01.30.2024
The Levels of Professional Skepticism for Auditors
To trust or not to trust. That is the question for auditors. Join us on the next episode of Audit Bites as we discuss The Levels of Professional Skepticism for Auditors.
01.17.2024
The Power Shift: Auditors Find Gold in Cubicles, Not Corner Offices
Auditors always talk about getting a seat at the executive table. And sure itโs important. But the gold is in the cubicles, not the corner offices. Join us on...
12.30.2023
5 Things to Catapult Your Audit Career
Are you tired of feeling stuck in your audit career, like a hamster on an eternal wheel? I get it. You're sitting at your desk uninspired. It's like banging your head against a brick wall every.single.day. I've got news that...
12.13.2023
Why objectivity is necessary for auditors
Have you ever had to deal with someone who was stupidly stubborn? I mean, we've all been there, right? They are so married to their opinions that they won't even consider other perspectives. Talk...
11.22.2023
You Can't Audit What You Don't Understand
Auditors are often placed on projects with mininal preparation. You are given objectives to test and little else. The entire time you're thinking to yourself..."A little historical context would have been helpful." But here you are, in the...
11.08.2023
Why Communication Skills Are Important for Auditors
No one cares about your technical auditing skills if you cannot communicate constructively with people. Auditors often encounter difficulties when communicating with clients. On this episode of Audit Bites, we will discuss one major...
10.25.2023
When Board Governance Goes Wrong
Who's looking out for your best interesting? For businesses, it's the board of directors. They are a group of people chosen to look after a company and make sure it is being run well. But what...
10.13.2023
Stop auditing after the fact
Don't you wish you could find and fix problems before they start? We've all been there. You know something is wrong. There is a feeling in the pit of your stomach. And you do nothing. Some auditors have a...
09.27.2023
Are you curios enough to make a difference while auditing?
But being curious is one of the primary jobs of an internal auditor. Join us on the next episode of Audit Bites where we talk about the power of curiosity and ask ask, Are you curious enough to make...
09.13.2023
Are Auditors Imposters?
Are auditors impostors? Join me on episode 44 of Audit Bites as we delve into the common feelings of insecurity and fraudulence experienced by auditors. Discover the reasons behind the imposter syndrome and how it affects the auditing profession. Tune...
08.30.2023
You should always be auditing
Is your auditor instinct is strong that you're constantly questioning things? Do people complain that you are always auditing? Well good. Keep doing it. And join us on the next episode of Audit Bites where we discuss why you should...
08.17.2023
Why your audit clients don't trust you
How can you trust someone you belive is out to get you? Many auditors face this delimma trying to gain the trust and respect of audit clients. Many clients believe we are out to get them. We are...
05.27.2023
How to Stifle an Audit Department
Auditing is important. Or is it? If it's so important, why do we have to fight so hard to simply do the job? And sometimes the fight is so subtle, we miss the warning signs of war. Join me on...
05.05.2023
Auditors Must Use the Force
May the 4th be with you. Auditors must use the force. Let's have fun. Yes, auditors can have fun. Let's talk about it. 5 ways auditors must use the force.
05.04.2023
Taylor Swift should have been an auditor
To be successful, celebrities like Taylor Swift must take risks. But not every risk comes with a reward. And by thinking like an auditor, she recently avoided a potentially costly partnership. Join me on the next episode of Audit Bites...
04.27.2023
Characteristics of Quality Auditors
Our profession pays well. Yet there is a talent shortage. Is it that people don't want to do what we do? or Is it that we make it difficult for people to succeed? Let's talk about the qualities that make...
04.21.2023
Auditors Should Always Raise Red Flags
You see red flags every day. Yet you say nothing. WHY? Your fear is costing your company. Auditors should raise red flags when you see them. Let's talk about it in episode 37 of Audit Bites
04.14.2023
5 Reasons Your Recommendations Don't Matter
We all have that "know it all" friend. Always telling you what you should and should not do. Often unsolicited. It's aggravating. Isn't it? They don't know your struggle. They don't know your story. It feel the...
04.06.2023
Here's Why Most Audit Staff Struggle
Audit departments are struggling. Don't take my word for it, auditors have been saying this to me in private for the last several years. - Pay is not the problem. - Status is not the problem. - Workload is not...
03.31.2023
Why You Can't Find Internal Audit Talent
Many career fields occasionally suffer shortages. There are a variety of reasons why this might happen. ๐ ๐ฎ๐๐ฏ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ ๐ฎ ๐น๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ The field may not be attractive due to various reasons, such as low pay, poor working conditions,...
03.03.2023
Proposed Global Standards - Let's Talk About It
Life is all about change. Some might say we either adapt or die. Change is happening fast in the internal auditing profession. The standards we abide by are being overhauled. The proposed new global standards for internal auditors are out....
02.23.2023
You Must Trust Your Gut
Internal auditing is a complex field that requires a careful balance of intuition and analytics. While it is important to trust the data, it is also important to trust your gut. Bad auditors will bemoan this statement. "What about...
02.16.2023
Auditors and Artificial Intelligence - Let's talk about it
Artificial Intelligence is changing many industries. Writers are afraid. Coders are excited. and Auditors... Well, what are we? AI comes with risks, rewards, opportunities and threats. This week on a special edition of Audit Bites, we're going to talk...
01.26.2023
3 Reasons Your People Can't Perform Effective Audits
Another audit engagement is behind schedule. It happens so often, itโs now the norm. You have a few choices. 1-Tell your boss. Or 2-Take some shortcuts in your audit work. Neither of these is a good choice. You want to...
01.11.2023
3 Audit Entrance Meeting Mistakes
Everyone in the room is staring at you. They look angry and afraid. It's the opening meeting and they are looking to you for comfort. How do you put them at ease so that you can get the audit done?...
05.05.2022
How to make your audit communications clear
Do clients run when they see you coming? ๐๐ฝโโ๏ธ ๐ค It's probably not their fault because Your communication was confusing and caused your clients to not care about your audit project ๐ฎ Let's talk about โก๏ธ A better...
04.29.2022
The audit profession has a hiring problem
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 it On the next episode of Audit Bites.
04.25.2022
Where were the auditors?
Where were the auditors? People love to ask this question in the aftermath of an incident. And It'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
04.14.2022
Audit Leaders Are Failing Future Auditors
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? ๐๐ฎ๐๐ข๐ญ ๐ฅ๐๐๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ข๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฌ. โก๏ธ...
03.28.2022
Auditors Must Be Visible and Valuable
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....
03.21.2022
It's all fun and games until the auditor is fired
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...
03.04.2022
Culture Counts More Than You Think
Your company's ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ 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!...
02.25.2022
Auditors, your jobs are in jeopardy
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...
02.18.2022
Are you ready for the risks around the corner?
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...
02.10.2022
Should auditors be aware of emotional issues?
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...
01.24.2022
Why SOX is Ruining Internal Audit
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...
01.17.2022
Auditors Can't Fix a Corrupt Culture
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...
01.16.2022
Auditors Must Understand the Organization
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...
12.31.2021
Don't be an arrogant auditor
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...
12.21.2021
Every Auditor Should Study Psychology
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...
11.25.2021
3 reasons to be thankful for auditors
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...

What's Audit Bites about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Audit Bites episodes:

Auditors Should Be Cautious With Assumptions

7 Reasons Auditors Are Awesome People

Auditors Must Advocate for Honesty

9 Problems with Modern Internal Audit Planning

Beyond Numbers: The Crucial Role of Storytelling in Auditing

The Audit Profession is in Peril (maybe)

4 Reasons Auditors Must Review Artificial Intelligence

23 Reasons Your Audit Training Is Not Effective

Why Auditors Always Harp on Policies

The Levels of Professional Skepticism for Auditors

The Power Shift: Auditors Find Gold in Cubicles, Not Corner Offices

5 Things to Catapult Your Audit Career

Why objectivity is necessary for auditors

You Can't Audit What You Don't Understand

Why Communication Skills Are Important for Auditors

When Board Governance Goes Wrong

Stop auditing after the fact

Are you curios enough to make a difference while auditing?

Are Auditors Imposters?

You should always be auditing

Why your audit clients don't trust you

How to Stifle an Audit Department

Auditors Must Use the Force

Taylor Swift should have been an auditor

Characteristics of Quality Auditors

Auditors Should Always Raise Red Flags

5 Reasons Your Recommendations Don't Matter

Here's Why Most Audit Staff Struggle

Why You Can't Find Internal Audit Talent

Proposed Global Standards - Let's Talk About It

You Must Trust Your Gut

Auditors and Artificial Intelligence - Let's talk about it

3 Reasons Your People Can't Perform Effective Audits

3 Audit Entrance Meeting Mistakes

How to make your audit communications clear

The audit profession has a hiring problem

Where were the auditors?

Audit Leaders Are Failing Future Auditors

Auditors Must Be Visible and Valuable

It's all fun and games until the auditor is fired

Culture Counts More Than You Think

Auditors, your jobs are in jeopardy

Are you ready for the risks around the corner?

Should auditors be aware of emotional issues?

Why SOX is Ruining Internal Audit

Auditors Can't Fix a Corrupt Culture

Auditors Must Understand the Organization

Don't be an arrogant auditor

Every Auditor Should Study Psychology

3 reasons to be thankful for auditors

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