Category: Essential

These posts help explain why “The 3 Steps to Essential” matter. I’m frequently adding new posts. So, I recommend that you subscribe to my periodic newsletter to stay in touch and learn about new content as it’s added.

Executive Buy-in

Charles Schrock

May 12, 2025

Essential

Is executive buy-in a good idea? Maybe not as much as we might think. Here’s a common scenario. I have fallen in love with a great idea that will help the organization. It can have fundamental and strategic benefits. But to make it happen, I’ll need others to cooperate. Maybe with a budget. Or, maybe,… Read more
Adding value at Level 4 makes you essential

Charles Schrock

April 2, 2025

Essential

When you’re an internal auditor and you’re adding value at Level 4, you have become essential. That’s the highest of the four levels of value-add. Read more
Influence is Level 3 in adding value

Charles Schrock

March 24, 2025

Essential

If you’re an internal auditor, hoping to make your mark in the world, then the word you need to focus on is — influence. Read more
Trustworthy – that’s Level 2 in adding value

Charles Schrock

March 20, 2025

Essential

If you’re an internal auditor and you want to make a real difference, then being rated as ‘meets job description’ Isn’t good enough. You need to add value beyond Level 1. Read more
Meeting Expectations is Level 1 in adding value

Charles Schrock

March 17, 2025

Essential

If you’re an auditor and you’re wondering how to take greater ownership of your career, here’s some advice. Find out what your boss needs. Read more