How AI Is Transforming Storage Management
In this week’s episode of the Self Storage Insight Podcast, James Shepherd sits down with Derric Hartzell, an experienced operator managing nearly 2,000 units to explore how artificial intelligence i...
1 Apr 26min
Self Storage Is More Than Metal Boxes | Operating Like a Real Business
In this week’s episode of the Self Storage Insight Podcast, James Shepherd sits down with leaders from Alaska Mini Storage to discuss why self storage is more than just renting metal boxes—it’s about ...
5 Mars 27min
Why "More Than Storage" Wins in Today's Market
In this week’s episode of the Self Storage Insight Podcast, James Shepherd talks with Trouper Arnold of Hilltop Storage Solutions to explore how he transformed a traditional storage facility into a co...
18 Feb 38min
Build vs. Buy: The Real Cost of New Self Storage Construction
In this week’s episode of the Self Storage Insight Podcast, James Shepherd talks with Austin Scroggs of TruSteel Buildings to break down the build-versus-buy decision in self storage. Tune in to hear ...
17 Dec 202528min
Building a Storage Empire: The 27-Facility Blueprint
James Shepherd sits down with Don Tyree, Founder of Family Heirloom Storage, to uncover how he’s built a 27-property, 4,000-unit portfolio through smart acquisitions and hands-on management. Hear how ...
26 Nov 202525min
Full Circle: 100 Episodes of Self Storage Insight
James Shepherd & Ben Shirey go full circle: looking back at the podcast’s beginnings, celebrating milestones, and exploring how data, automation, and relationships keep the storage industry moving for...
5 Nov 202520min
Payments That Pay Back: Card Migrations, Dual Pricing & Automation for Self-Storage
In this episode of the Self Storage Insight Podcast, James Shepherd unpacks the self-storage payment playbook with Full Stack Payments CEO Jonathan Shirey. They cover the full journey: card migrations...
29 Okt 202525min
