Hacking Self Storage

Good morning, Store Nation!

Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

I'm your host, Dean Booty.

It's Christmas week, and today we're diving into last week's numbers from all our sites—the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

I hope you like and enjoy this episode.

Please give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

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Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

I'm your host, Dean Booty.

Today, we're diving into site performance, from reservations to conversions, and tackling challenges head-on.

Please give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Happy Friday, Store Nation!

Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

In today's episode, we dive into a staggering statistic: only 5% of businesses survive beyond 10 years. Despite this challenging reality, the self-storage industry stands out as a remarkable exception.

Hope you enjoy the episode.

Give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Happy Monday, Store Nation!

Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

I'm your host, Dean Booty.

Today, we're diving into the weekly figures across all our sites.

I hope you enjoy the episode – give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Good morning, Store Nation!

Welcome back to another episode of the Hacking Self Storage Podcast.

I'm your host, Dean Booty.

In this episode, we break down the costs of opening a self-storage site—from setup expenses like planning, signage, and access systems to running costs such as rent, utilities, and advertising.

I hope you gain valuable insights from this episode.

Give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Good morning, Store Nation!

Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

I'm your host, Dean Booty.

Today, we're discussing my Year-on-Year Revenue Growth at Willerby.

I'll share the key strategies and decisions that have driven this growth, along with insights into maximizing revenue while managing costs.

I hope you like and enjoy this episode.

Give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Join the Self Storage Secrets Waitlist Now: https://dean-booty.mykajabi.com/joinus-927235a4-97e9-48dd-87fd-2a73de6c35ee

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Good morning, Store Nation!

Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

In today's episode, we dive into the inspiring story of how Steve from Alliance Self Storage built a thriving business with just £10,000.

Learn how he started with only two containers and grew his self-storage business into a success.

I hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights from Steve's journey.

Give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Good morning Store Nation!

Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast

I'm your host, Dean Booty

In this episode, we sit down with Steve from Alliance Self Storage to uncover how he built a thriving self-storage business starting with just £10,000.

Steve shares his journey, from leasing his first containers to expanding to 170+ units, all while staying creative and resourceful.

On today's Podcast:

• How to launch a self-storage business on a tight budget.
• Marketing strategies that require little to no upfront investment.
• The importance of reinvesting early profits to scale.
• Tips for managing business expenses and staying lean.
• How to find and prepare land for self-storage on a budget.

Links Mentioned:

Alliance Self Storage: http://www.alliancestorage.co.uk/

Skool Self Storage Community: https://www.skool.com/selfstorage

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Good morning, Store Nation!

Welcome back to another episode of the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

In this episode, I'm sharing the story of my £10,200 mistake at the Mansfield site and why getting agreements in writing is absolutely essential.

I'll talk about the lessons I've learned, how I'm managing growth, and the importance of transparency in business.

I hope you gain valuable knowledge and insights from this episode.

Give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]

Good morning, Store Nation!

Thanks for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!

I'm your host, Dean Booty.

Today, we're talking about the 5 things I've learnt from buying my first self-storage facility!

I hope you enjoy the episode.

Give it a listen!

Thanks to our Sponsors!

Stora: https://stora.co/

Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/

Willbox Website: http://willbox.co.uk

Willbox Email: [email protected]

Willbox Contact Number: 0800 023 5060

Mr Self Storage: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/

Dean's Email: [email protected]