The Deadly Side of Business Exit Nobody Talks About

Selling Your Canadian Business · Sep 10, 2026 · 18m · transcript

A successful business exit is often seen as the finish line, but for many entrepreneurs, it can mark the beginning of an unexpectedly difficult transition. This podcast explores the hidden emotional and mental health challenges that can follow the sale of a business, including the loss of identity, purpose, routine, social connection, and the sense of achievement that came from being an owner.

You’ll learn why the coming wave of business exits in Canada makes this conversation increasingly important, particularly for older entrepreneurs who may be vulnerable to isolation, anxiety, depression…