PODCAST · business
Hacking Self Storage
by Dean Booty
The UK's first Self Storage PodcastWe interview the world's leading self-storage experts to help you improve your business.Once a week we take a look into my facilities and see what has been working and what hasn't worked in the last 7 days... We share everything from the cost of acquiring a customer to our revenue.Looking forward to sharing this journey with you.
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#967 - Why People Use Self Storage 🤷♂️
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, I'm breaking down one of the most interesting takeaways from the SSA industry report: why people actually use self storage. We look at the surprising numbers behind personal storage, why the industry is less reliant on the housing market than you might think, and how this data can completely change your marketing strategy. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Wanna know more about self storage and how blooming awesome it is … I have a FREE training below https://www.mrselfstorage.com/masterclass?video=D1HzTdBcZJA And after watching that, you're serious about opening a self storage site or maximising your existing sites performance …. Book a call below to see if were a right fit for each other - https://www.mrselfstorage.com/apply?video=D1HzTdBcZJA
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#966 - Meet My Handpicked Coaches
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on my self storage programme and introducing the expert coaches helping members find, open, and grow profitable sites. I also share why building the right network and support system can fast track your success in self storage. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Wanna know more about self storage and how blooming awesome it is … I have a FREE training below https://www.mrselfstorage.com/masterclass?video=D1HzTdBcZJA And after watching that, you're serious about opening a self storage site or maximising your existing sites performance …. Book a call below to see if were a right fit for each other - https://www.mrselfstorage.com/apply?video=D1HzTdBcZJA
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#965 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 Great Week For Store More 🚀🔥
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're breaking down the weekly figures. We're looking at quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue, plus where the numbers are strong and where they're falling short. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#964 - Wrexham and Mansfield Monthly Figures
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're breaking down the March figures for Wrexham and Mansfield and exactly how both sites performed. We also look at conversion rates, churn rate, revenue growth, insurance levels, and the areas that need improving moving forward. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#963 - Willerby and Clough Rd Monthly Figures
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're breaking down the monthly figures for Willerby and Clough Road and exactly how both sites performed. We also look at conversion rates, customer value, marketing performance, churn rate, and the changes needed to improve results moving forward. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#962 - Beverley Monthly Figures
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for listening to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we break down the monthly figures for Beverley and exactly how the site performed. We're talking about quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue, and what the numbers are showing right now. I also share insights on conversion rates, key wins, missed opportunities, and what needs to improve moving forward. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#961 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 We had a POSITIVE Sq Ft Week .... Whoop
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're breaking down the weekly figures and exactly how the sites performed. We're looking at quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue, plus where the numbers are strong and where they're falling short. I also share insights on conversion rates, site-by-site performance, and what needs to improve as we head into the next few weeks. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#960 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're diving into the weekly figures and exactly how the sites performed. We're talking about quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue, and what's working and what's not right now. I also share insights on conversion rates, pricing strategies, and where each site stands heading into the next few weeks. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#959 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 Great Week @ SM HQ
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, it's time for the weekly figures, breaking down performance across all sites. We're covering quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue, along with a closer look at how each location is performing right now. I also touch on conversion rates, upcoming move-ins and move-outs, and where we need to improve heading into the next week. Give it a listen. Watch my FREE training here: Self Storage Masterclass 2026 Book a call with me: Self Storage Masterclass Application 2026 Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#958 - Self Storage Is A.I Proof - Program Info
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're talking about my self storage program, who it is for, and how it helps operators find sites, open facilities, and improve existing stores. I explain how the program works, what is included, and how the weekly calls and support are structured. I also share why self storage remains one of the most resilient and future-proof industries, even in a world rapidly changing because of AI. Give it a listen. Watch my FREE training here: Self Storage Masterclass 2026 - Free Training Book a call with me: Self Storage Masterclass Application 2026 Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#957 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 Wonderful Week - Over £1,000 Sq Ft Up - Over £65k Revenue
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, it's time for my weekly figures, breaking down performance across all sites. We're talking about reservations, move-ins, occupancy, revenue, and what the numbers are really telling me about the business right now. I also share thoughts on competition in self storage, pricing strategies, and why this industry is still easier than most people think. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#956 - Why Your Reservations Are Not Turning Into Move-Ins
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're talking about cancelled and expired reservations, and why they can quietly damage your performance. I break down what I uncovered in the data, the mistakes that were creeping in, and the simple systems you can use to reduce no-shows and protect your conversions. If your reservations are not turning into move-ins, this episode is for you. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#955 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨Poor Week - Low Conversions, Low Revenue, Loss of Sq Ft
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we review our weekly figures, covering the good, the bad, and the indifferent. We break down performance across all sites, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, net square footage, occupancy, and revenue. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#954 - Store More's (All Sites) - Year on Year Growth 🥳
Happy Wednesday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are reviewing year-on-year revenue across all sites. We break down how each location has performed over time, why self storage is such a powerful business model, and what has driven the recent increase in revenue. We also look at the strategy behind maximising existing sites, expansion plans ahead, and the growth approach moving forward. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#953 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 What a Way to End Jan 🥳
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are talking about our weekly figures. We break down performance across the sites, review conversion activity, and look at what is driving changes in occupancy and revenue. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#952 - Glasgow - Year on Year Growth 😱
Happy Friday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're breaking down the Glasgow figures, looking at performance since opening, year-on-year revenue growth, and what the numbers suggest for the year ahead. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#951 - Wrexham - Year on Year Growth 😱
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're diving into Wrexham's year-on-year growth, breaking down the revenue progression since acquisition, the systems put in place, and what's driving continued expansion. We also discuss future opportunities, potential acquisitions, and what's next for the site. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom
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#950 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 Solid
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're breaking down the weekly figures, covering quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue across all sites. We also look at how February is shaping up, the performance of our top sites, and key highlights from the week. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#949 - Clough Rd (Hull) - Year on Year Growth 😱
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are reviewing year-on-year revenue growth at the Clough Road site. We break down how this smaller, highly competitive location has performed since opening, why growth has been slower than other sites, and what the numbers tell us about occupancy, pricing, and revenue per square foot. We also discuss competition in the local market, conversion challenges, and the key focus for improving performance in the year ahead. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#948 - Beverley - Year on Year Growth 😱
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are reviewing year-on-year revenue growth at the Beverley site. We look back at how the site has performed over the last five years, why the recent growth is so impressive for a mature location, and what has driven revenue without adding significant costs. We also discuss profitability, rent and rates, and why smaller self-storage sites can still generate excellent returns. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#947 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results 🚨 What a Way to End Jan 🥳
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we are talking about our week in numbers, covering the good, the bad, and the indifferent. We break down January performance across all sites, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, net square foot, occupancy, and revenue. We also review individual site performance and why January has been stronger than expected. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#946 - Willerby YoY Revenue 😱
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today we are talking about year-on-year revenue growth. We break down the performance of the Willerby site, reviewing revenue trends from 2020 through 2025 and what those numbers mean going forward. We also discuss pricing, occupancy, and how revenue can grow even without significant increases in lettable space. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#945 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 Net Sq Ft Loss ... But Still Good Week for Jan
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're breaking down the weekly figures across all sites, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#944 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 What a "BLOOMING BRILLIANT" Week 🥳
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're diving into our weekly figures across all sites. We look at how the week performed overall, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#943 - A Big Decision for a New Site
Happy Friday, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're talking about a big decision around a potential new site, covering the pros, cons, competitor analysis, and cashflow. Hope you enjoy the episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#942 - Cashflow Problems
Happy Wednesday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we look at cashflow challenges while expanding a self storage business, including growth costs, VAT, and the difference between profitability and cashflow. Hope you enjoy the episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#941 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 What a "BLOOMING BRILLIANT" Week 🥳
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're diving into our weekly figures across all sites. We look at how the week performed overall, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#940 - Overall - All Six Sites Report
Happy holidays, Store Nation! Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're taking a look back at the total performance across all six sites for November. A solid month with excellent consistency, strong revenue growth, and only minor areas to improve, even as we head into December. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#939 - Glasgow Monthly Figures
Happy Friday, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're diving into our monthly figures for Glasgow. A strong month driven by high occupancy, solid revenue, and minimal cancellations, with performance naturally constrained by limited availability rather than demand. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#938 - Mansfield Monthly Figures
Happy Thursday, Store Nation! Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're diving into our monthly figures for Mansfield. It was a strong month overall, highlighted by excellent conversions, record day-to-day revenue, and solid occupancy, alongside a few areas that need tightening up, particularly around enquiries and churn rate. Hope you like this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#937 - Wrexham Monthly Figures - Wrexham = Perfect Acquisition 😍
Good morning, Store Nation! Thank you for tuning in to Hacking Self Storage. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're diving into our monthly figures for Wrexham. We break down November's performance, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, revenue, and insurance, alongside key conversion metrics and churn. We also dig into some important PPC data and acquisition costs, highlighting what's working, what needs attention, and how the site is positioned moving forward. A solid month overall with strong occupancy and revenue growth, plus clear opportunities to tighten up conversions and marketing efficiency. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#936 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 How Many Reservations??? 😱😱
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're diving into our weekly figures across all sites. We look at how the week performed overall, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue trends, with a closer look at how each location stacked up. It was a stronger week than expected for this time of year, with some solid wins across the board and a few areas that still need tightening up as we move through December. Hope you enjoy this episode. Please give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#935 - Clough Rd Smashed It In November
Happy Friday, Store Nation. Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're diving into our monthly figures for Clough Road self storage. We talk through the overall performance for November, including reservations, move-ins, occupancy trends, and insurance results. We also cover the challenges, such as higher churn, lower quote levels, and keeping momentum heading into December. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#934 - Willerby Monthly Nov Figs
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for listening to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're diving into our monthly figures for Willerby. We cover the key performance highlights, the areas that need tightening up, and how the site is progressing overall. A mixed month with some strong positives and clear opportunities to improve, especially around conversions and contact made. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#933 - Beverley Monthly Figures
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are talking about our monthly figures for Beverley. We break down what went well, what needs attention, and the key trends that stood out for the month. It's a solid update with some strong performance indicators and areas we're keeping a close eye on as we move forward. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#932 - 🚨 Weekly Figures 🚨 OVER 1,000 Sq Ft Down 😒
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are talking about our weekly figures. We look at what went well, what struggled, and the overall trends across all our sites as we move through December. It's always a challenging month in self storage, but as always, we break down the key movements and what stood out this week. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#931 - Was November Positive Or Negative?? Conversions GREAT, Quotes NOT GREAT
Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are talking about our weekly figures across all sites. We dive into quotes, reservations, conversions, move-ins, revenue and occupancy to see who smashed it this week and who struggled. Hope you enjoy this episode. Please give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#930 - Self Storage Secret Course - Black Friday Special
Happy Friday, Store Nation. Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today we're talking about the Self Storage Secret Course, what has changed, why demand has grown and why people using it are seeing real results when launching new sites. If you have ever wondered whether you could follow a clear step-by-step system to open your own site, this episode will give you real insight. Hope you enjoy it. Give it a listen. Pay in Full: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/offers/U5qiXg4f Pay in 4 Payments (A tad more expensive): https://www.mrselfstorage.com/offers/6tXsBw2k Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#929 - All Sites October Monthly Figures 🧐
Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are reviewing the full October figures across all six sites. We look at quotes, reservations, conversions, move-ins, revenue and occupancy to understand how the portfolio performed overall and what the trends are telling us heading into the winter period. There were plenty of positives across the month, along with a few challenges that stood out and need attention as we plan ahead. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#928 - 🚨 Weekly Figures 🚨 Brilliant Week - Sq Ft Up, Revenue OVER £50K and 42 Res
Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we are talking about our weekly figures across all sites. We look at quotes, reservations, conversions, move-ins, revenue and occupancy to see who led the way, who struggled and where the biggest shifts in demand showed up. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#927 - Glasgow Monthly Figures 😎
Happy Friday, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today we are breaking down the monthly figures for Glasgow. We cover quotes, reservations, conversions, move ins, revenue and occupancy to see how the site performed and why container sites continue to deliver even in highly competitive areas. Overall, another strong month with pricing discipline and demand driving continued growth. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#926 - Wrexham Monthly Figures 😎
Good morning, Store Nation! Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we break down Wrexham's monthly figures. This site is a brilliant reminder of what happens when systems, revenue management and constant optimisation all work in sync. We talk quotes, reservations, true period revenue, occupancy and churn, plus how demand shifts when a site gets close to full capacity. We also dig into ad spend decisions and why healthy disagreement inside the team pushes performance higher. Overall, Wrexham delivered an exceptional month and shows exactly what we built this acquisition to do. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#925 - Mansfield Monthly Figures ... Best Revenue Month Ever 🙃
Good morning, Store Nation! Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we break down Mansfield's monthly figures for October. We talk quotes, reservations, conversions, move-ins, move-outs, revenue and occupancy to understand how the site really performed and where things fell short. There were solid wins, but also big frustrations that pulled the overall score down. Mansfield did not hit the standards we expect from this site, and we dig into why and what it means for the months ahead. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#924 - Clough Rd Monthly Figures ... Bad Month 😒
Good morning, Store Nation! Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are breaking down Clough Road's monthly figures for October. We cover quotes, reservations, conversions, square foot moved, cancellations, revenue and occupancy to understand exactly how the site performed and what the data is telling us about demand. It was a challenging month overall. Low conversion rates, high move outs and a rise in cancellations have put pressure on occupancy and future revenue, and there are some clear areas that need tightening up. There is still plenty of potential, but the data shows that changes need to happen quickly to stop the trend continuing into next month. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#923 - 🚨 Weekly Figures 🚨 Over 100 quotes, Sq Ft UP and Revenue is OVER £60K👏🏻
Good morning, Store Nation! Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we are breaking down our weekly figures across all sites. We cover quotes, reservations, conversions, move-ins, revenue, and occupancy to see how each location performed and what the data is telling us about future demand. Overall, revenue stayed strong, but low reservations and weaker conversion rates are areas to watch closely moving forward. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#922 - Beverley Monthly Figures 😎
Happy Friday, Store Nation! Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today we're talking about Beverley's monthly figures for October. We'll cover quotes, reservations, conversions, occupancy, and revenue to see how the site performed. Overall, it's been a great month with record-level reservations, strong conversion rates, and continued growth in revenue and occupancy, though there are still opportunities to improve insurance levels and reduce churn. Hope you like and enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#921 - Willerby Monthly Figures 😎
Good morning, Store Nation! Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today we're talking about Willerby's monthly figures for October. We'll cover quotes, reservations, conversions, occupancy, and revenue to see how the site performed. Overall, it's been a strong month with record-high revenue, great move-in numbers, and solid conversion rates, though there are still a few areas to tighten up around marketing and cancellations. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#920 - 🚨 Weekly Figures 🚨
Good morning, Store Nation! Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're talking about our weekly figures across all sites, the wins, the misses, and what's next for November. I'll also share a few thoughts on competition in the market and how to keep pushing forward even when things don't go quite to plan. I hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#919 - Glasgow Quarterly Figures
Good morning, Store Nation! Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today we're talking about Glasgow quarterly figures, and this one's another strong performer. It's been great going through all the sites and seeing where we're smashing expectations and where we can still tighten things up. I'll share how Glasgow has achieved its best quarter ever, the lessons behind the numbers, and why staying proactive always beats being reactive in business. I hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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#918 - 🚨 Weekly Figures 🚨 Over 100 quotes and OVER 1,000 Sq Ft DOWN😱
Happy Monday, Store Nation! Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. I'm your host, Dean Booty. Today I'm sharing my weekly numbers and talking about the balance between short-term performance and long-term growth. We'll look at why consistent improvement matters more than quick wins and how innovation keeps us ahead in the self storage industry. I hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen! Thanks to our Sponsor! Get 50% off your first 3 months with Stora: https://stora.co/dean Gavin Shields on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavinshields/ Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/
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The UK's first Self Storage PodcastWe interview the world's leading self-storage experts to help you improve your business.Once a week we take a look into my facilities and see what has been working and what hasn't worked in the last 7 days... We share everything from the cost of acquiring a customer to our revenue.Looking forward to sharing this journey with you.
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