Hacking Self Storage

Hosted by Dean Booty

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Jun 2026

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The UK's first Self Storage Podcast We 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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June 16, 202625 min

#977 - Beverley and Willerby Monthly Figures

Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Im your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're diving into the monthly figures for Beverley and Willerby, including occupancy, revenue, move-ins, move-outs, and customer value. We also take a closer look at the opportunities for improvement, from conversion rates and insurance sales to maximising revenue at mature sites. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. Masterclass: (No sign in needed): https://www.mrselfstorage.com/self-storage-investing-academy Program Information & Application: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u-XTpsyeNLjf_AVbbHxmQ2difx71vQ9NmCPaV-1_lSI/edit?usp=sharing *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-turn-id-container= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-60" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom

June 15, 202612 min

#976 - Not Such A Great Week 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨

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, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue. We also dive into why cash flow remains my biggest challenge, despite continued growth and expansion. Hope you enjoy this episode. Give it a listen. *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-turn-id-container= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-60" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Mr Self Storage Newsletter: https://www.mrselfstorage.com/ Mr Self Storage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrselfstoragedotcom

June 9, 202613 min

#975 - Cashflow Is A Bitch

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-turn-id-container= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-60" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for tuning in to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Im your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're talking about one of the biggest challenges in growing a self storage business: cashflow. I share why cash flow continues to be my biggest nemesis, the realities of expanding without outside investors, and some of the lessons I've learned while building multiple self storage sites. I also discuss why growth creates its own challenges, and why self storage can still be an incredible business despite the bumps along the way. 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

June 8, 202611 min

#974 - "TERRIFIC" Week @ Store More 🙌 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-turn-id-container= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-60" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Im your host, Dean Booty. Today, we're talking about our weekly figures, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue across all our sites. I also share what's been happening behind the scenes, why last week was a difficult one for our family, and the lessons that come with balancing business and life. 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

June 2, 202616 min

#973 - IM BACKKKKKK 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-3" data-turn-id-container= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-3" data-testid= "conversation-turn-34" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, we're talking about our weekly figures, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue. I also share updates on our newest self storage sites and what's been happening behind the scenes after a couple of weeks away. 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

May 22, 20266 min

#972 - The Container Revolution

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-3" data-turn-id-container= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-3" data-testid= "conversation-turn-34" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Happy Friday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, I'm breaking down one of the biggest shifts happening in the industry right now: the rise of container self-storage. We look at why container sites now make up a huge percentage of new openings, why attitudes towards container storage have completely changed, and why I believe it's one of the smartest ways to enter the self-storage industry today. 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

May 20, 20263 min

#971 - How Long Customers Rent Storage Units

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-1" data-turn-id-container= "request-6a029ded-9e14-83ec-8350-c22140ff6a33-1" data-testid= "conversation-turn-30" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Good morning, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, I'm breaking down one of the most powerful statistics from the SSA annual report: how long customers actually stay in self-storage. We look at why longer customer stays are transforming the industry, what it means for lifetime customer value, and why predictable recurring revenue is one of the biggest advantages of self-storage. 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

May 18, 202614 min

#970 - 🚨 Store More Weekly Results🚨 Over 1,000 Sq Ft Up 🚀🔥

Happy Monday, Store Nation. Welcome to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Im your host, Dean Booty. Today is our weekly figures episode, and I'm breaking down the latest numbers across all the sites, including quotes, reservations, move-ins, occupancy, and revenue. I also talk about why Willerby and Mansfield are performing so well right now, the importance of customer retention, and why appreciating the small moments in life matters just as much as the big wins in business. 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

May 15, 202614 min

#969 - Occupancy Rates

Happy Friday, Store Nation. Welcome back to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, I'm breaking down what's really happening with self storage occupancy rates now that the COVID "bump" is behind us. We look at why the market is returning to normal, why mature sites are still performing incredibly well, and why lower occupancy compared to the pandemic highs is actually a healthy sign for the industry. 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

May 14, 20267 min

#968 - Business Uses of Self Storage

Good morning, Store Nation. Thank you for listening to the Hacking Self Storage podcast. Today, I'm breaking down the business side of self storage and why business customers can be some of the most valuable customers you'll ever get. I share the biggest reason businesses use storage, how I landed some of my first long-term business customers, and simple ways you can target businesses in your own area. 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