5 Smart Ways You Can Use Self Storage To Run Your Biz More Efficiently
Brought to you by Tankar Self Storage Centre.
We love love love all the fantastic local businesses and their equally fabulous owners in the Southern Highlands and we double love all the hard work they put in to make our biz community such a special one!
We know that running a local business is a super rewarding experience but we bet there are also a ton of decisions you need to make every day just to keep the wheels turning.
But how many times have you as a business owner heard yourself say “where am I even going to put that?” or “we’re growing out of our space but we can’t afford to get a bigger office or factory”.
Two words!
Self.
Storage.
Self storage is a local business owner’s best friend.
Here’s why…
And hey, a heads up before you read on! Tankar Self Storage Centre is offering Fold readers a special dealio on small storage units in July – click here to check it out.
1 :: Space to grow
Having your local business boom and thrive is fan-bloomin’-tastic, but it could also mean you’re growing out of the space you operate from.
If you’re feeling a little cramped in your location, packing up and moving to a bigger one isn’t always the right answer.
Maybe you love the location you’re in, maybe your shopfront is familiar to your loyal customers and maybe you just can’t be bothered dealing with the big old hassle and cost of moving.
This is where self storage can become your bestie.
Use it for overflow and keep the space you’re in without feeling like you’re traipsing through a mythological labyrinth every time you need to get to the lunch room.
Bonus tip :: Look for a self storage centre like Tankar Self Storage that has month-to-month storage options so if you do decide later on down the track to make the move, you’ll be able to do so without worrying that you’ve signed your life [and stuff] away.
2 :: Managing all the paperwork
One thing no one tells you about having your own local business is just how much dang paperwork you’ll be stuck with!
Sometimes it feels like you’re drowning in a sea of white sheets and yellow post-it notes and boy oh boy that sure takes up a lot of office space.
Fight the urge to chuck them all in the recycling bin [and likely warrant the wrath of the tax man] or Friday night’s fire pit gathering and store it offsite instead.
The best self storage centre will offer shelving set up so documents are easily accessible and well organised.
Popping all those docs in storage is the best way to keep them clean, dry and insulated and we bet you’ll also score brownie points with your accountant when you show up without any of those all too familiar crinkly or soggy receipts.
3 :: All the extra bits
You know what we’re talking about?!
All the stuff you need to keep your business going but don’t actually need sitting right in the middle of your office.
We see you real estate agents with your nice big ‘For Sale’ and ‘Open House’ signs’.
We also see YOU property stylists with your gorge stylings and furniture.
And yep, we see you too, event managers with all your fun and wacky props.
Self storage is your go-to here but, make sure to choose the one that’s right for you.
Look out for ground level storage so your things are easily accessible without the need of lifts and trolleys, and if you work unusual hours inquire about extended access with the centre so you can get to your things at a time that works for you.
4 :: Storing inventory
If you’re running a retail business then you’re gonna need somewhere to store your inventory.
Not everyone has the luxury of hiring huge warehouse spaces and not everyone really needs that much room.
If you’re just starting your business or perhaps running your business online at home, then you’re probably thinking sacrificing your garage or spare room for your inventory is just the way it has to be.
Well, we’re here to say it’s not!
Putting your inventory into self storage means you can treat it as your very own mini-warehouse [oooh la la] and if you choose a self storage centre with multiple sizing options you can upgrade your space as your business grows – perfecto!
5 :: Easy + efficient
Running your own business can be super satisfying but also, at times, super tough.
With so many things on your mind, wouldn’t it be great to have one less thing to worry about?
By choosing the right self storage centre you can take a mental load off.
A good choice is one with benefits like no locked-in contracts so you’re free to run your business as you please, one with monthly auto-pay so there are no extra bills [and more paper trails to deal with] to follow up on and one with extended access hours so you can get to your things on your own time not someone else’s.
AAAND if you’re a just starting out business where capital is a leeeetle bit tight then it might be worth considering one like Tankar Self Storage Centre that has no bond as well – every dollar counts, guys!
And don’t forget about the special deal running for Fold readers across the month of July – check it out here!
Tankar Self Storage Centre provides a home away from home for the things you love but can’t live with every day.
With five convenient locations in the Southern Highlands, the insulated self-storage units will protect everything you value.
They’re easily accessible so you can hang out with your bike collection, shoe collection, momento’s and memorabilia whenever you like, which means less clutter and less stress at home…….aaaaaaah.
Get in touch with the Tankar Self Storage Centre team here.
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