7 October 2025
By Lyn Oaten, Co-Founder of Delphini
If you have seen mine or Crystal’s LinkedIn profiles, you will know we are big fans of Lego. We even have our own custom mini figures – complete with Delphini branding – that look just like us.
I wish I could say there was a clever, meaningful reason behind it. Something like, “Lego is all about building blocks that let you create anything you imagine – and just like Lego, we help build your business with the same creativity and passion.”
The truth is, we simply like Lego. But perhaps there is a connection between Lego and accounting after all.
Let’s see if I can uncover some meaning – even if our love of Lego started purely because we are fans…
When you first open a box of Lego, what you get is chaos.
Hundreds of little bricks in every shape and size, scattered across the table (or the floor, ready to catch you off guard in the middle of the night).
On their own, they don’t look like much but, if you follow the instructions, (or use your imagination), before long you have a perfectly built house, spaceship or a dragon. *
Accounting works in much the same way.
Each invoice, receipt, and bank statement might seem small and disconnected, but when you piece them together correctly, they tell the full story of your business and the potential it holds.
The big picture only makes sense when every little piece is in its place.
I suppose the difference is, in Lego you have the option to “wing it” and build whatever you like.
In accounting, there are rules, regulations, and a taxman who is far less forgiving than the Lego manual.
That is where we, as accountants, come in – making sure every piece fits, nothing is missing, and the end result is solid enough to withstand the bumps along the way.
And just like with Lego, once the foundations are in place, the possibilities are endless.
You can build higher, wider, and more creatively, knowing the base will always hold firm.
*If you’re like me, you’ll be building the botanical collection that’s been released, including my favourite model, the Lego Bonsai Tree.
Hopefully, you’re not one of those psychos who tips all the bags out onto the table at the start of the build.
I always keep the pieces in the bag so they’re organised, and I can plan ahead for the build to come.
Personal tax planning works in a similar way.
If you do not take the time to plan out your next steps properly, you can easily miss key allowances, overlook reliefs, or find yourself paying more tax than you need to.
That is why we focus on helping you map out the whole picture before you start.
Whether it is using your annual allowances, planning ahead for Capital Gains Tax, or making the most of pension contributions, getting the right pieces in place early means everything fits together neatly.
Unlike a Lego set, there is no instruction manual for your personal finances.
But with the right guidance, you can make sure your tax position is solid, well-structured, and built to withstand whatever life throws at it.
I know – comparing personal tax planning to Lego is not exactly the most obvious analogy.
But maybe that is the point.
On the surface, bricks and balance sheets do not have much in common.
Yet, look closer and you will see the connection: both need structure, both reward careful planning, and both lead to frustration if you cut corners or skip steps.
So yes, perhaps I’m just a Lego fanatic.
But when it comes to tax planning, I’m deadly serious.
Getting the right pieces in place at the right time can save you money, reduce stress, and give you the confidence to plan for the future.
Think of us as the ones who make sure your financial build stands firm – even if we sometimes enjoy the odd Lego analogy along the way.
If you run a business and love Lego as much as me, let’s chat! Book a meeting here.
