05/02/2013

Every Decision You Make Can Impact Your Self-Storage Business

Every decision made by self-storage managers and owners can either help or hurt their business. Guest blogger Joel Little says it is critical all employees understand the importance of the role they play in the success of a self-storage operation. The keys to success are minimizing mistakes, learning from them when they occur and making sound decisions.

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04/18/2013

Do You Feel Safe at Your Self-Storage Facility?

Most self-storage operators consider their facilities a safe environment for themselves and tenants. Yet, an angry customer who spirals out of control, a criminal using a facility to store illegal items, or any number of other scenarios can lead an operator to feel unsafe at his job, or home if he lives on site. While there is no surefire way to insolate yourself from the baddies of the world, there are steps you can take to be safer.

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03/21/2013

Perks vs. Paychecks: What Incentives Does Your Self-Storage Company Offer to Retain the Best Managers?

When it comes to compensating staff, self-storage operators need to consider not just the paycheck, but also any perks they could provide. Here are some ideas on how to balance these two elements and retain the best managers.

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