Modern Storage® Unpacked

Modern Storage®
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Welcome to Modern Storage® Unpacked, the podcast that helps you make space for what matters! Whether you need storage hacks, industry insights, or real-life stories, we’re here to unpack it all. 🎙️ What to Expect: ✅ Expert tips on maximizing space & organization ✅ Behind-the-scenes insights from self-storage pros ✅ Expert guests from real estate, business, construction, and beyond ✅ Surprising finds, storage fails, and lessons learned From choosing the right unit size to uncovering wild storage stories, we bring you practical advice, expert insights, and a little fun.

  1. 4d ago

    The Self-Storage Industry Is Changing — Here's What You Need to Know in 2026 | MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™

    The self-storage industry is shifting — and Hannah and Kaylee are breaking it all down. 📦 In this episode of MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™, we're stepping back from the day to day to talk about the biggest trends shaping self-storage in 2026. What's happening with the market? Why are customers keeping their units longer? How is the housing market driving storage demand? And what does AI actually look like in a real storage operation — and should you be worried about it replacing your best people? Spoiler: we don't think so. We're also getting into Google reviews, online reputation, customer service, and why the smartest operators right now are focused on improving what they already have rather than just building more. This one is for operators, owners, managers, vendors, and anyone who wants to stay ahead of where this industry is going. Tune in — this is your 2026 pulse check. 🎙️ 🌐 modernstorage.com📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #ModernStorage #SelfStorage #StorageTrends #StorageIndustry #AIinBusiness #CustomerExperience #StorageOperators #ArkansasStorage #BusinessGrowth

  2. Aug 26

    On Location: What Makes Modern Storage® Maumelle Special | MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™

    We're back on location — and this week we're heading to Maumelle. 🎙️📍 Hannah is on site at Modern Storage® Maumelle with Brooke — our Sales Support Coordinator — for a tour of one of our most unique facilities in the Modern Storage® family. And what makes this one stand out? It's not just the amenities. It's the people. Brooke describes the Maumelle location as having a close-knit, small community feel where customers don't just rent a unit — they become part of something. The team knows their customers, the customers know each other, and it shows in everything about how this location operates. 💛 Hannah and Brooke walk the property, talk about the history of the location, and show off what tenants get access to — including an on-site conference room that local businesses love, complimentary Starbucks coffee, water, and the kind of customer experience that keeps people coming back. Whether you're looking for storage in Maumelle, Arkansas, curious about business storage solutions in central Arkansas, or just want to hear what makes a self-storage facility genuinely feel like home — this one is for you. Press play and come along for the tour! 📦 🌐 modernstorage.com📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #ModernStorage #MaumelleArkansas #SelfStorage #ArkansasStorage #CentralArkansasStorage #BusinessStorage #StorageCommunity

  3. Aug 19

    We Played Who's Most Likely To… and Things Got Real

    We're switching things up this week. 😄 In this episode of MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™, Hannah and Kaylee are playing Who's Most Likely To — and getting to know each other (and themselves) a little better in the process. Who completely disappears on vacation with zero service and zero regrets? 🏝️ Who spent two hours at the Little Rock air show frantically clicking their car alarm trying to find their car? 🚗😂 This episode has it all — laughs, real moments, and a side of Hannah and Kaylee you haven't seen before. If you've been along for the storage journey, this one's for you. Tune in and enjoy! 🎙️ 🌐 modernstorage.com📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #SelfStorage #WhoseMostLikelyTo #StoragePodcast #ArkansasStorage #ModernStorage #FunPodcast

  4. Aug 12

    First Impressions: The Little Things Customers Never Forget | MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™

    You only get one chance to make a first impression—but that impression might happen before a customer ever walks through your door. This week on Modern Storage® Unpacked, Hannah and Kaylee are talking about the little things that shape a customer's perception of a business. From your website, Google reviews, and social media presence to curb appeal, cleanliness, communication, and the way a customer is greeted, every interaction contributes to the experience you're creating. They also dig into why great customer service isn't about one big gesture. It's the small things: acknowledging someone when they walk in, remembering a name, following through when you say you'll call back, helping someone find what they need, and making customers feel like more than another transaction. Plus, Hannah and Kaylee discuss creating a consistent experience across multiple Modern Storage® locations in Arkansas, building a customer-focused team culture, the importance of last impressions, and why a great experience can turn a customer into a repeat customer—or even your best word-of-mouth marketing. Whether you're in self storage, property management, retail, hospitality, or another customer-facing industry, this episode is a reminder that the details matter. 🎧 Press play and ask yourself: What first impression is your business leaving? 🌐 modernstorage.com📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #CustomerExperience #CustomerService #FirstImpressions #SelfStorage #BusinessPodcast

  5. Aug 5

    Brand Building in Self-Storage — Laying the Groundwork for Growth

    Anyone can open a storage facility. But building a brand that people actually recognize, trust, and come back to? That takes intention. 📦 In this episode of MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™, Hannah and Kaylee are exploring what it really takes to build more than just a building — and why the brand work you do early on becomes the foundation everything else is built on. Whether you're running one location or getting ready to expand into multiple markets, this conversation is going to change the way you think about your business. From brand consistency to community reputation to what customers actually experience when they walk through your doors — Hannah and Kaylee are breaking it all down. If you're serious about growing in this industry, start here. 🎙️ 🌐 modernstorage.com📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #SelfStorage #StorageBusiness #BrandBuilding #StorageIndustry #StorageOperators #ArkansasStorage #ModernStorage #BrandStrategy #BusinessGrowth

  6. Jul 29

    Taking a Look Inside of Our Shackleford Facility | MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™

    This week we're taking the podcast on location! 🎙️ Hannah is on site at our Shackleford Road facility in Little Rock, Arkansas with Tyler — the facility manager — for a full tour of one of our favorite locations. From climate-controlled units that keep your belongings safe from Arkansas heat and humidity, to fully enclosed RV storage built for the serious adventurer, Tyler shows Hannah everything that makes this location stand out. If you're looking for storage in Little Rock or central Arkansas, this episode gives you an inside look at exactly what to expect. Come check us out! 📦 📍 3400 South Shackleford Road, Little Rock, AR 72205📞 (501) 500-5467🌐 modernstorage.com 📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #SelfStorage #LittleRockArkansas #LittleRockStorage #ArkansasStorage #ClimateControlledStorage #RVStorage #ModernStorage

  7. Jul 22

    Storage Auctions and Everything You Need to Know | MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™

    Storage auctions — you've probably seen the shows, but what actually happens in real life? 🔨 In this episode of MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™, Hannah and Kaylee are pulling back the curtain on the entire auction process from start to finish. How does a tenant end up at auction in the first place? How long do they have to pay before it's too late? Can you actually bid on your own unit? And do facility employees get first dibs on what's inside? All of that and more — answered honestly and straight from the source. Whether you're a tenant, an operator, or just genuinely curious about how it all works, this is the episode you've been waiting for. 🎙️ 🌐 modernstorage.com📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #StorageAuctions #SelfStorage #StorageIndustry #ArkansasStorage #ModernStorage

  8. Jul 15

    How to Open Your Own Self-Storage Facility — Everything You Need to Know | MODERN STORAGE® Unpacked™

    Have you ever thought about opening your own self-storage facility? 📦 This is the episode you need to hear first. Hannah and Kaylee are walking through every step it takes to go from idea to opening day — city planning, zoning, approvals, design, construction, and what comes after the doors open. This isn't about quick money. This is for the people who see self-storage as a real career and want to build something they're genuinely proud of. Honest, practical, and packed with real insight from people who know the industry inside and out. If you're serious about making self-storage your career — start here. 🎙️ 🌐 modernstorage.com📸 Instagram: @modernstorage📘 Facebook: @modernstorage🎵 TikTok: @modernstorage💼 LinkedIn: @modernstorage▶️ YouTube: @modernstorage #ModernStorageUnpacked #SelfStorage #StorageIndustry #StorageBusiness #OpenAStorageFacility #StorageCareer #ModernStorage

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Welcome to Modern Storage® Unpacked, the podcast that helps you make space for what matters! Whether you need storage hacks, industry insights, or real-life stories, we’re here to unpack it all. 🎙️ What to Expect: ✅ Expert tips on maximizing space & organization ✅ Behind-the-scenes insights from self-storage pros ✅ Expert guests from real estate, business, construction, and beyond ✅ Surprising finds, storage fails, and lessons learned From choosing the right unit size to uncovering wild storage stories, we bring you practical advice, expert insights, and a little fun.

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  • Creator
    Modern Storage®
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Modern Storage®
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    Modern Storage® Unpacked

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