How to Lose Credibility With Audit Clients
From Audit Bites by Robert Berry
January 20, 2026 · 59 min · Episode 73
About this episode
In this episode, Rob Berry discusses how auditors can unintentionally damage their credibility with clients and offers actionable advice to avoid these pitfalls.
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your credibility with audit clients? In Episode 73 of the Audit Bites podcast, host Rob Berry dives into the four biggest ways auditors unintentionally damage trust with clients—and, more importantly, how to avoid these pitfalls. Tune in for candid stories, real-world examples, and actionable advice on topics including: The dangers of blindsiding clients in meetings How to communicate without coming across as arrogant Building better client relationships with emotional intelligence Simple solutions to strengthen your credibility and impact Whether you’re a seasoned auditor or new to the field, Rob Berry’s insights will help you deliver more value and forge stronger audit partnerships. Mentioned Resources: Audit Leverage AI platform – Tools to enhance your audits Rob Berry’s bestselling book “Ask Better Questions, Get Better Answers, Perform Better Audits” Rob's course catalog: thatauditguy.com Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform, visit our YouTube channel , and connect with Rob Berry on LinkedIn for more practical tips and lively audit discussions. If you found value in this episode, please share it with your team and leave us a…
People in this episode
Host: Rob Berry
Topics covered
- credibility
- audit clients
- trust
- communication
- emotional intelligence
- client relationships
Keywords
- audit
- credibility
- client trust
- communication skills
- emotional intelligence
- audit partnerships
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: thatauditguy.com
Products: Audit Leverage AI platform
Books & works: Ask Better Questions, Get Better Answers, Perform Better Audits
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