In Episode 78 of Audit Bites, host Rob Berry dives deep into one of the most common sources of audit frustration: why internal audit strategic plans so often derail.

And what you can do to make yours work.

Drawing from real-life stories, behavioral psychology, and years of experience, Rob Berry breaks down the seven key reasons audit plans fall apart.

We'll talk about:

The dangers of self-centered strategic planning and how to align with organizational objectives
Why "trusted advisor" is more than a buzzword
How to combat the planning fallacy and keep your plan alive
The trap of overengineering your frameworks and keeping objectives simple and actionable
The importance of forward-looking audits over reactive, backward-focused ones
Critical communication techniques to inspire, engage, and involve your audit team and stakeholders
Ensuring your strategy is resourced for reality, not just wishful thinking

Whether you’re a Chief Audit Executive, audit manager, or aspiring professional, this episode is full of bite-sized insights you can immediately apply to your strategic planning process.

Ready to level up your internal audit function?

Listen now, share with your team, and use this episode as a discussion guide at your next planning meeting.
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