EP09: Why W-2 Employees Are Building Million-Dollar Storage Empires in 10 Hours a Week

01/09/2025 27 min
EP09: Why W-2 Employees Are Building Million-Dollar Storage Empires in 10 Hours a Week

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Episode Synopsis

Most people think the only way to build wealth in real estate is to quit their job and go all in. The truth? That belief is what's holding them back. In this episode of the Storage Wins Podcast, Alex Pardo calls out the "no time" objection that keeps so many people stuck on the sidelines. It's not a time problem; it is a clarity problem. He shares why self-storage requires very little time compared to other real estate methods, so you don't need to quit your job right away! If you've been telling yourself you don't have time, this episode will flip that belief upside down. You'll Learn How To: Crush the "I don't have time" excuse that keeps most investors stuck Buy your first or next storage facility in just eight to ten hours a week Apply the LMAO Method to consistently find and close deals Shift from busywork to revenue-generating activities that move the needle What You'll Learn in This Episode: (01:01) Why lack of clarity is the real obstacle (03:26) No time objection is a complete myth (04:30) The secret to being intentional with your limited time (05:00) Why storage is perfect for busy people (05:23) How to buy your first facility in just 8–10 hours a week (07:50) The part-time blueprint: LMAO (List, Meaningful conversations, Analyze, Offers) (08:13) List building: Add a minimum of 25 storage owners and facilities to your list every day (08:51) Meaningful: Minimum of three to five meaningful conversations every day (10:14) Analyzing Deals: Underwrite and analyze one to two deals every day to build the reps (11:41) Offers: One to three offers a week (13:28) A simple Monday–Saturday playbook for storage success (16:00) Reconnecting with brokers, owners, and building relationships (17:16) The nine-word email to re-engage sellers (18:21) How to review, reflect, and reset your focus every week (19:30) Are you aware that you are expressing gratitude? (20:56) Why belief, not time, is the biggest block to success (22:07) Stories from Casey, Kate, and Mario in closing their first storage facilities Who This Episode Is For: W-2 employees who are juggling a very demanding job Entrepreneurs juggling family, work, and side hustles, but still chasing freedom Real estate investors stuck in the grind of tenants and toilets Anyone who wants a clear, proven path to their first storage deal Why You Should Listen: If you've ever said, "I don't have time," this episode is your wake-up call. Alex Pardo proves that storage success isn't about quitting your job or having endless hours. It is about having clarity, focus, and following a simple blueprint. With the right system and community, you can build wealth and freedom in just 10 hours a week. Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Aex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15  Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25  Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo  Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/   Have conversations with at least three to give storage owners, brokers, private lenders, and equity partners through the Storage Wins Facebook group. Join for free by visiting this link:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

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