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Audit Smarter
Sam Mansour, CPA & Abdullah Mansour
9 episodes
2 weeks ago
A practical podcast series that transforms audit professionals from checkbox practitioners into strategic advisors. Each episode tackles a specific audit challenge—from risk assessment mistakes to client management—providing actionable solutions through real-world examples and practical frameworks. Learn to deliver higher-quality audits in less time while avoiding the most common pitfalls that plague the profession.
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A practical podcast series that transforms audit professionals from checkbox practitioners into strategic advisors. Each episode tackles a specific audit challenge—from risk assessment mistakes to client management—providing actionable solutions through real-world examples and practical frameworks. Learn to deliver higher-quality audits in less time while avoiding the most common pitfalls that plague the profession.
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The Art of Audit Inquiries: Asking Better Questions
Audit Smarter
41 minutes
2 months ago
The Art of Audit Inquiries: Asking Better Questions

Most auditors know they need to ask questions, but few understand how to ask the right questions effectively. On this episode Sam breaks down why yes-or-no questions are dangerous, how to create an environment where clients feel comfortable sharing critical information, and the specific techniques that can turn a surface-level conversation into a revealing audit insight. From body language to the strategic use of silence, this episode covers the often-overlooked skill that can make or break an audit engagement.

  • (00:00) - Introduction to Audit Inquiries
  • (01:19) - Importance of Asking the Right Questions
  • (04:43) - Common Mistakes in Audit Inquiries
  • (06:48) - Characteristics of Good Audit Questions
  • (14:51) - Improving Inquiry Skills Through Practice
  • (21:24) - The Power of Silence in Client Interactions
  • (21:58) - Three Key Tips to Improve Inquiry Skills
  • (22:45) - The Importance of Body Language and Tone
  • (24:51) - Avoiding an Accusatory Tone
  • (27:56) - The Role of Curiosity in Effective Auditing
  • (32:13) - Handling Different Client Personalities
  • (34:48) - The Impact of Strategic Questions
  • (35:35) - The Role of Partners and Managers in Inquiry Techniques
  • (40:09) - Final Tips for Effective Inquiries

Learn more at https://mansouradvisory.com/

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Audit Smarter
A practical podcast series that transforms audit professionals from checkbox practitioners into strategic advisors. Each episode tackles a specific audit challenge—from risk assessment mistakes to client management—providing actionable solutions through real-world examples and practical frameworks. Learn to deliver higher-quality audits in less time while avoiding the most common pitfalls that plague the profession.