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Marcus And Ryan Smoot: Risk, Hustle, and Service - The Path to Top 100 Storage Owners

Marcus And Ryan Smoot: Risk, Hustle, and Service - The Path to Top 100 Storage Owners

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In this engaging conversation, Brian Green interviews brothers Marcus and Ryan Smoot, who own and operate Watchman Properties and Man Cave Storage. A Top 100 storage facility owner in the US. They share their journey into the industry, starting during the Great Recession, and discuss the challenges and opportunities they faced. The Smoots emphasize the importance of partnership, shared values, and customer service in their business model. They also touch on the significance of continuous learning and the foundational role of faith and family in their lives and work.

00:00 Introduction to the Journey

00:56 Early Experiences in Storage Management

06:34 Navigating the Great Recession

09:42 Building Confidence and Taking Risks

12:18 Raising Capital and Building Trust

20:42 Overcoming Burnout and Challenges

22:45 Maintaining Focus Amid Opportunities

26:01 The Grind: Hard Work and Travel in Business

28:07 Building Strong Partnerships: Family and Business

30:21 Shared Values: The Foundation of Success

33:38 Training and Motivating Teams for Success

36:5 Leadership Lessons from Experience

42:34 Faith and Family: The Core of Motivation

46:24 Connecting with the Community and Future Goals

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