Unlock the real value of your company—before the CRA, a buyer, or a deal deadline forces the issue.

In this episode of Your Business Unleashed, host Clayton Achen sits down with a power panel on valuations: Rob Worthington (tax partner, MLT Aikins), Mark Mielke (M&A partner, MLT Aikins), and Gord McFarlane (President, McFarlane Transition Advisors; valuation leader for Achen Henderson). Together they break down why business valuations matter long before a sale—from tax planning, estate freezes, and succession to M&A negotiations, ESOPs (employee stock option plans), and employee ownership structures.

If you’re a Canadian business owner in Calgary (or anywhere in Canada) eyeing growth, transition, or a future sale, this conversation gives you the playbook to maximize value and minimize risk.

Tap play to learn what drives valuation, what tanks it, and the steps to take 2–3 years before you sell—so you don’t leave money on the table. Show notes include guest contacts and resources.

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If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s my business actually worth?” — this episode is your roadmap to finding out. Whether you’re years away from selling or simply want a clearer picture of your company’s health, understanding valuation is essential for building a smarter, more resilient business.

In this episode of Your Business Unleashed, host Clayton Achen sits down with Gord McFarlane, founder of McFarlane Transition Advisors and former Director of Corporate Development at FYI Doctors, where he oversaw the acquisition of hundreds of clinics across Canada. Together, they break down the science behind business valuation—specifically for small and medium-sized companies in Canada—and reveal why emotion and perception often get in the way of reality.

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In this episode of Your Business Unleashed, Clayton Achen is joined by Michael Sexton from Accountancy Insurance and ex-CRA auditor David Crawford to talk audit risk, defense costs, and how AuditShield can save your bottom line.

Learn why audits are on the rise—especially in construction—and how this powerful fee-waiver service can help cover the cost of defending your tax returns, before it’s too late.

Tune in to get ahead of the audit curve and protect your business!

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