Under the Hood: Building the firm for YOU and the future

Under the Hood: Building the firm for YOU and the future

Author: Momentum Media November 4, 2025 Duration: 41:54

This week on UTH, we are celebrating one year with Natalie Lennon, founder and director of Two Sides Accounting. Natalie shares the challenges and big wins involved with starting your own firm shaped around personal goals, values and ambitions.

Tune in to hear more about:

  • Nat's journey to founding and running her own accounting firm.
  • Understanding Gen Z in the workplace.
  • How Two Sides transformed over time to become what it is today.
  • How Nat helps and communicates with her clients.
  • How to build confidence in taking the leap.

You can contact the Accountants Daily team and podcast host Imogen at imogen.wilson@momentummedia.com.au.


For professionals navigating the complex world of finance and practice management, the Accountants Daily Podcast Network serves as a vital audio hub. Produced by Momentum Media, this collection goes beyond simple news recaps to explore the nuanced realities of running a modern accounting firm in Australia. Each episode within the network draws directly from the expertise and frontline reporting of the Accountants Daily editorial team, ensuring discussions are grounded in what’s actually happening in the industry right now. You’ll hear focused programs like the Accountants Daily Insider, which breaks down daily developments with clarity, and special series such as the Australian Accounting Awards Finalist Showcase, highlighting the strategies and stories of leading practitioners. The conversations found here tackle everything from technical regulatory shifts and tax updates to broader themes of leadership, client advisory, and business growth. It’s designed for partners, managers, and practitioners who need to stay informed but are short on time, delivering actionable insights and peer perspectives directly into your workflow. Tune in to this essential business and management podcast for a genuine sense of what matters in the profession, all from a source deeply embedded in the Australian accounting community.
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