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9/11 and Self-Storage Security: What’s Changed?

It's been 10 years since the 9/11 terrorist attack, but the need to be vigilant is still very real. Read what self-storage operators think about today's facility security measures and how that fateful day shaped the way operators rent units. ...More
September 9, 2011
Posted in Blog, Management
Self-Storage Talk Strikes a Delicate Balance Between Openness, Discretion

Striking the balance between open speech and rule enforcement is my biggest challenge as the community manager for Self-Storage Talk, the largest online forum in the industry. It's no surprise that with more than 4,400 members, every so often someone starts asking questions ...More
September 6, 2011 By John Carlisle
Posted in Blog
No More Floating Along: Disaster Planning in Self-Storage

Hurricane Irene flounced through the East Coast this past week, and though this Category 1 event could have done greater damage, it’s reminded self-storage operators in many areas of two things: the importance of emergency preparedness, and the role compassion plays in the ...More
September 2, 2011 By Teri Lanza
Posted in Blog, Management
Hurricane Irene Affects Industry? Members Check In on Self-Storage Talk

Seldom does a hurricane affect such a large swath of people. Wherever there are lots of people, there are usually lots of self-storage facilities, too, and those of us who live anywhere but the East Coast are probably concerned for our industry mates: Did they make it ...More
August 30, 2011
Posted in Blog, Management
Tips for Broadening Your Profit Horizon: Self-Storage Talk Members Share Secrets of Add-On Sales

Even though renting space is the core of the self-storage business, operators are always looking for ways to enhance their revenue through additional product and service offerings. One the best ways to brainstorm ideas for ancillary products and services is to talk it over ...More
August 26, 2011
Posted in Articles, Management, Marketing
Buying Power: Does Your Self-Storage Cater to the Female Audience?

It’s often been said women account for 85 percent of all purchases. So the question is: Do your products and services cater to the bulk of the market share? Some self-storage operators have made sure they’re reaching this demographic. ...More
August 25, 2011
Posted in Blog, Management, Marketing
Self-Storage Talk Member Asks What You Would You Do Differently in Building Process

In terms of planning, designing and building self-storage facilities, everyone can learn from mistakes—their own or someone else's. It's this thinking that inspired Self-Storage Talk member Steve Hajewski to ask the question, "What would you do differently?" ...More
August 22, 2011
Posted in Blog, Construction, Development
Awake Your Money-Makers: Add-On Sales for Self-Storage

When it comes to fortifying your self-storage facility's bottom line, you can cut costs, create more income or both; but it’s important to remember there’s a lot more to revenue than collecting rent. Add-on products and services can be murky water for facility operators, ...More
August 19, 2011 By Teri Lanza
Posted in Blog, Management
Self-Storage Talk Poll Asks How Many Hours a Day You're Actually Working

It's a dirty little secret of most jobs: There are times when you aren't that busy and you're just killing time. In some careers, these moments never happen, but for those who spend at least half of their time behind a desk in front of a computer, there are slow days. ...More
August 15, 2011
Posted in Blog, Management
ISS Takes a Closer Look at Canadian Self-Storage

In recent weeks, ISS has taken a closer look at self-storage in the Canadian market, offering articles on new construction obstacles, legal concerns and day-to-day challenges. One thing is certain: Self-storage is becoming a very robust industry in the country. ...More
August 12, 2011 By Amy Campbell
Posted in Blog, Construction, Development, Legal Issues, Management, Real Estate

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