Hacking Self Storage

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....

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.   O...

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...

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 W...

Welcome back to another episode of the Hacking Self Storage Podcast!   I'm your host, Dean Booty. In today's episode, I'm sharing a bold approach to self-storage strategy: Forget about competition and over-serviced areas. Instead, focus on out-positioning your competitors and selecting the right location to future-proof your business. I hope you gain some new knowledge and insight from this episod...

Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage Podcast! I'm your host, Dean Booty, and today we're diving deep into the weekly figures across all our self-storage sites. But we're not just crunching numbers—we're breaking down the key metrics that drive our business forward, and showing you how we're using them to refine our strategies and achieve even greater results. I hope you enjoy the episode. Please gi...

Good morning, Store Nation! Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. In this episode, we're talking about the potential of containerized self-storage for long-term wealth creation. We discuss plans to reinvest profits, share insights on financing, cash flow, and minimizing risk.  Plus, I'm offering free access to the Self Storage Skool community until the end of...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Welcome to the Hacking Self-Storage podcast.  Today, I'm excited to dive into Cuboid—a self-storage company making waves. Hope you enjoy the insights!   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:  selfstorage@willbox....

Good morning, Store Nation!   Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast!   In this episode, I'm sharing my strategy for scaling my self-storage business, focusing on premium outdoor container facilities and targeting high-demand locations. I'll explain why I believe this approach offers the best potential for strong returns.   I hope you enjoy the episode—give it a listen!   Than...

Happy Monday, Store Nation! Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast! I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're diving into last week's performance across all our sites—looking at quotes, reservations, move-ins, and revenue. We'll break down what went well, what didn't, and how we're tackling the challenges. I hope you enjoy the episode. Give it a listen!   Thanks to our Sponsors! Stora:  ht...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Welcome back to Hacking Self Storage!   I'm your host, Dean Booty.   Today, I'll break down the steps to drive traffic, optimize your website, and boost conversions. Plus, I'm sharing tips from top storage experts to help you succeed.   I hope you gain valuable insights from this episode.   Give it a listen!   Thanks to our Sponsors! Stora:  https://stora.co/ Gavin Sh...

Happy Monday, Store Nation!   Welcome back to Hacking Self Storage!   Today, we're diving into last week's figures from 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:  selfstorage@willbox.co.uk Willbox Conta...

Happy Friday, Store Nation!   Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast.   Today, I'm sharing my journey into self-storage. After selling my bookmakers, I saw an opportunity in storage and dove in.   From betting shops to self-storage, it's been a learning curve, and I'm excited to share it with you.   Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen!   Thanks to our Sponsors! Stora...

Good morning, Store Nation!     Welcome back to Hacking Self Storage!   In this episode, I break down the rent costs for each of my self-storage sites, totalling over £500,000 per year. I share insights on how we optimize space—like adding mezzanine floors—to maximize revenue. With each site's rent-to-revenue ratio well within target, I explain how these numbers align with our growth and profitabi...

Good morning, Store Nation! Welcome back to Hacking Self Storage! In this episode, I dive into my goal of a £50 million exit strategy, aiming for £10 million in revenue through growth and acquisitions. Inspired by recent feedback and a moment on holiday, I share insights on setting ambitious goals and the steps to achieve them. Hope you like and enjoy this episode. Give it a listen.   Thanks to ou...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Thank you for tuning in to Hacking Self Storage!   I'm thrilled to announce the Self-Storage Mastermind 2025! This program is designed to help self-storage owners grow profitable, scalable businesses without trading hours for cash.   Apply now for a special first-year rate and make 2025 your best year yet!   Thanks to our Sponsors! Stora:  https://stora.co/ Gavin Shie...

Happy Monday, Store Nation!   Welcome back to Hacking Self Storage!   I'm your host, Dean Booty.   Today, we're covering last week's figures from 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:  selfstor...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast.   Today, we're diving into the monthly figures for the Glasgow site for September.   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 Ema...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Welcome back to Hacking Self-Storage!   I'm your host, Dean Booty.   Today, we're discussing last week's figures from all our sites, including quotes, reservations, and move-ins.   I hope you 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 Websit...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast.   In today's episode, we're diving into Wrexham's performance for September. We'll break down the key metrics, analyzing what drove success and areas for improvement.   I hope you like and enjoy the episode. Please give it a listen!   Thanks to our Sponsors! Stora:  https://stora.co/ Gavin Shields on LinkedI...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast.   In today's episode, I highlight Mansfield's success—defying expectations with a prime location and little competition. September delivered strong results, with high quotes, reservations, and move-ins, all leading to impressive conversion rates. With solid occupancy, October could be our best revenue month...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast.   Today we're talking about Clough Road's monthly figures. While we've seen some improvements, there are still key areas that need attention. We'll dive into the latest numbers, discuss what went well, and highlight areas for improvement moving forward. I hope you gain some new knowledge and insight from this episode. Give...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Thank you for listening to the Hacking Self Storage podcast.   Today, we're discussing the monthly figures for the Willerby site for September, diving deep into the key performance indicators and sharing insights on what worked and what didn't.   I hope you enjoy this episode.   Give it a listen!   Thanks to our Sponsors! Stora:  https://stora.co/ Gavin Shields on Lin...

Good morning, Store Nation!   Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast!   I'm your host, Dean Booty.     Today, we're talking about last week's performance across all our sites, covering quotes, reservations, and move-ins.   I hope you like and enjoy this episode.   Please give it a listen!   Thanks to our Sponsors! Stora:  https://stora.co/ Gavin Shields on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin...

Good morning, Store Nation! Thank you for listening to the Hacking Self Storage podcast.  Today, we are talking about Buy To Let Returns versus Self Storage Returns. I reflect on conversations with friends in the property market who are considering a transition into self-storage. I hope you gain some new knowledge and insights from this episode. Please give it a listen!   Thanks to our Sponsors! S...