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OOH-RAH, Marine Corps! First military branch to get a clean financial audit opinion (and providing us an opportunity to revisit one of the best/worst audit quality management case studies in US public auditing history)

In February 2024, the USMC became the first military branch to receive a clean financial…
February 29, 2024
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Toss the Checklists? Government auditors should rethink their approach to ensuring high-quality audits, says GAO

Updates to the Government Auditing Standards are not typically the most titillating read—but the U.S.…
February 11, 2024
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Is Your Team Out of Sync or Out of Tune? Lead Through Rhythm, Melody and Harmony

Transitioning from accomplished soloist to conductor can be challenging for many new leaders. You can’t…
February 4, 2024
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Rigor, Palette, Discretion – the Mindset and Methods of Future Government Oversight

Part III of What Inspectors General Can Learn from the French [repost of an article…
January 24, 2024
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Here’s an Idea for Oversight Offices: Capability Models

[this is a repost of an article I originally published in 2018) The Federal Inspector…
January 24, 2024
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Auditors Seen as Key Partners in Global Fight Against Corruption

© UNIS Vienna UNODC Executive Director Ghada Waly (on screen) delivers remarks at CoSP10 in…
January 24, 2024
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How to Grow Your Career When You’re a Shade-Loving Plant: 3 Tips for Fellow Introverts

You’re invited to an impromptu office happy hour gathering after an intense day at work.…
May 13, 2023
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