The honest reason
I dropped Finance because I realized I'm most energized by work that is:
- Structured
- Grounded in evidence
- Built to scale
- Focused on improving how things actually operate
Internal audit fits that perfectly.
What I like about internal audit
Internal audit rewards:
- Clear documentation
- Testable logic
- Accountability
- Process improvement
I like that the work is real.
You're not only analyzing outcomes — you're strengthening the system that produces them.
What changed my direction
My best projects weren't the ones with the fanciest models.
They were the ones where I could:
- map risk clearly
- define controls precisely
- collect evidence
- make recommendations that reduce repeat issues
Key takeaway
Choosing internal audit wasn't a step back.
It was choosing the lane where structure and discipline create the most value.
— Myles
Discipline compounds.