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October 26, 2019

What's Scary About Self-Storage

Episode Summary

In this Halloween-themed episode, Modern Storage® flip the script and explore what actually scares the people who work in the self storage industry. From operational headaches to industry-wide challenges, the hosts get candid about the fears lurking behind the storage unit door. It is a lighthearted but honest look at the real concerns self storage professionals face every day.

Key Takeaways

1

Self storage professionals have their own set of fears and pain points that go beyond what customers typically think about.

2

Industry insiders are concerned about operational and business challenges that can make or break a storage facility.

3

Even in a growing and resilient industry, there are real risks and uncertainties that operators and investors should not ignore.

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