Ep 212: Managing Relationships as a CAE w/ Aaron Gagnon (McKinsey & Company)

Ep 212: Managing Relationships as a CAE w/ Aaron Gagnon (McKinsey & Company)

This week's episode, we're joined by Aaron Gagnon, Partner and Chief Audit Officer at McKinsey & Company.

In this episode, Aaron shares his personal mantra, "show up and try," and explains how this mindset influences his work and life. He highlights his unique approach to hiring, focusing on both experience and key qualities that set candidates apart. Aaron also discusses the challenges of managing relationships across the C-suite, audit committees, and management staff, offering practical insights for handling these dynamics.

Be sure to connect with Aaron on LinkedIn.

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Also be sure to sign up for The Audit Podcast newsletter and to check the full video interview on The Audit Podcast YouTube channel.

Timecodes:

3:38 - What's in your Internet Browsing History?

8:40 - Aaron's motto: "Show Up and Try."

16:15 - Aaron's Hiring Mindset

25:15 - Fraud Story

26:09 - The Challenge of Regulators as a CAE

29:14 - Building Relationships with Trust

32:44 - Building your Philosophy as a Leader

36:02 - Final Thoughts

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