Name a better squad. We’ll wait. @badoujack @isitril @miketyson
Research saves lives. The @bcrfcure is dedicated to finding research that can provide real results. This is why we've chosen them as a partner for #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. We are currently donating $5 for every unit rented during the month of October. Find out more about our partnership in our link in our bio.
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, SmartStop will donate $5 directly to BCRF for every unit rented. We are proud to partner with The Breast Cancer Research Foundation to support the important work on breast cancer research for the second year in a row. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #BCRF #breastcancer
We are thrilled to announce a second year of partnering with @bcrfcure for the month of October. For every unit rented for the month of October, we will donate $5 towards finding the #BCRFCure.
The perfect outdoor escape. What would be your ideal patio for your dream home?
pc: @becausehomes
We are proud to announce two more facilities in Florida! #florida #selfstorage #floridaselfstorage https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/strategic-storage-growth-trust-ii-inc-acquires-two-self-storage-facilities-near-tampa-florida-301136934.html?tc=eml_cleartime
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Strategic Storage Growth Trust II, Inc. Acquires Two Self Storage Facilities Near Tampa, Florida
Thank you @Mike Tyson! We can't wait to see you take the W next month! 🥊 #TeamSmartStop #IronMike #MikeTyson
Thank you to all of our customers who have helped us support breast cancer research this month. At SmartStop we are proud to #WearPink. #BreastCancerAwarenesMonth
Proud to have @badoujack and @isitril in our corner. 🥊 November 28th is going to be an unforgettable night!
It’s going down! November 28th is fight night! 🥊 @badoujack @isitril @miketyson
We’re more than half way through! A couple more days left to help contribute to the cause. We will be donating $5 per unit rented to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation for the rest of the month. Find out more details on our blog (link in bio). #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
Congrats on the well-deserved win @saulrogers! 👊🏻🔥 A true champ! #TeamSmartStop @bellatormma
We’re on #TeamBADOU. Join us for fight night next month! 🥊 @badoujack
“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” - @miketyson. Read our blog for 5 Motivational Tips We Learned from #IronMike.
#TeamVIDDAL is back and stronger than ever! Don’t forget to tune in on November 28th. #TysonJones #TeamSmartStop
@isitril repping #TeamSmartStop!
We’ve got @tombstonetaylor in our corner! Tune in tomorrow to watch a smackdown. #MMA #TombstoneTaylor #TaylorJohnson @bellatormma
11 | 11 | 11 🇨🇦 We honor the Canadian veterans and their service today. We will remember them. #lestweforget #remembranceday
Thank You Veterans 🇺🇸
We honor those who have served this country today and every day. We are forever grateful for your courage. #veteransday
When storing your valuables it's important to know whether some items could be affected by humidity. Air-cooled units ensure that artwork, clothing, documents, photos and electronics are protected year-round. Don't sweat it and #storesmarter
Seasons are changing and that means fall cleaning is here! 🍂 Read our latest blog post on How to Safely Store Your Seasonal Clothes: https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/how-to-safely-store-your-seasonal-clothes
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How to Safely Store Your Seasonal Clothes
The Present & The Future. #TysonJones @isitril @badoujack @miketyson
One more month until the big fight 🥊🥊 @miketyson @badoujack @isitril
It’s National Entrepreneur Day! We know starting your own business can be challenging but it’s important to keep your head up, stay determined and power through.
Here are some similar qualities that we recognize in the most successful entrepreneurs like Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Jobs and Jeff Bezos:
• Self-motivated
• Understand what they offer
• Take risks
• Know how to network
• Has basic money management skills
• Flexibility
• Passion
Whether you’re just getting started or well on your business journey we applaud you today and hope you take a moment to acknowledge your own courage too! #nationalentrepeneurday #smartstop #shopsmart
📍Brampton, Ontario - our newest location is opening this week. We look forward to serving the Greater Toronto area again!
9910 Airport Road
Brampton, ONT L6S 0C5
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🔥 G I V E A W A Y 🔥
#TeamSmartStop is hitting the ring again this month and to get you amped up we're having 2 weeks of giveaways!
This week our grand prize winner will get a pair of boxing gloves signed by both Mike Tyson and Badou Jack + personal shoutout video from one of our fighters! We'll also choose 10 additional winners to receive Fight Night tee's, sweatshirts or swag bags.
To enter this giveaway you'll need to follow our Instagram page @smartstopselfstorage, tag 5 people and tell us where you'll be watching the Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr fight on November 28th!
Next week's grand prize will be announced on 11/19... stay tuned!
**Must be 18+, USA + Canada only to enter**
#miketyson #royjonesjr #fightnight
5 Ways To Turn Your Hobby Into A Profitable Business now up on our blog! https://bit.ly/3l0YISV
💻 From blogging to crafting, there are so many different ways to turn a hobby into a business. Whether you’re looking to take on a new side hustle or replace your current job, these five creative ways will have you monetizing your fun in no time. All you have to do to get started is single out something you enjoy doing and believe you can actually get paid for it. We’ll show you the rest.
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5 Ways to Turn a Hobby into a Business
🥊 FIGHT NIGHT GIVEAWAY 🥊 We'll choose 11 winners - follow our Instagram page @smartstopselfstorage + tag 2 people + tell us your favorite boxing move!
This week our grand prize winner will get a Mike Tyson signed poster! We'll also choose 10 additional winners to receive Fight Night tee's, sweatshirts or swag bags.
Winners will be chosen on 11/24.
**Must be 18+, USA + Canada only to enter**
Thank you to everyone who entered our giveaway! We've announced all the winners on our Instagram page: https://bit.ly/2IOsbm1
We have another week of prizes starting tomorrow with an epic grand prize leading up to #TeamSmartStop Fight Night on 11/28! Stay tuned...
This week we’re launching the #SmartGivesBack campaign and choosing 10 winners between 11/27 and 12/4 to each receive a $450 Amazon gift card. We know it's been a difficult year and we hope that this small contribution can ensure a very joyful holiday for you and yours. Enter here: https://smartstop.link/holiday-giveaway-2020 No purchase necessary. Winners will be contacted via email. We wish each and every one of you good luck and a wonderful holiday season!
**18+ years old. US + Canada only.
Tell us something you're grateful for today! May you have a wonderful day whether you're with others or enjoying friends and family virtually. From all of us at SmartStop, we wish you a #HappyThanksgiving
We're proud to partner with such an incredible team that leads the pack in boxing. Thank you to Lace Up Promotions, Mike Tyson Badou Jack Badou Jack Foundation Viddal Riley and many more! Yahoo Finance PR Newswire
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/smartstop-self-storage-joins-tyson-154700649.html?.tsrc=fin-srch
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SmartStop® Self Storage Joins Tyson Event
Thank you to everyone who entered and participated in our giveaway! Winners have been announced on our Instagram page https://smartstop.link/Instagram We hope you're excited to watch the Tyson vs Jones Jr event this Saturday at 9pm EST! - #TEAMSMARTSTOP 🥊
Tomorrow night our #TeamSmartStop champion Errol Spence Jr. gets in the ring against Danny Garcia! It's going to be a long anticipated fight night - watch it on PPV here: https://www.foxsports.com/boxing/pbc/pay-per-view-spence-jr-vs-garcia-192?cmpid=org=fsn::ag=::mc=organicsocial::src=instagram::cmp=ppv6
Looking for some extra income? Are you crafty? Say no more... This week we've put together a blog with 6 Etsy business ideas to get your creative juices flowing and your bank account growing. Check it out here: https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/6-creative-etsy-shop-ideas-for-your-next-side-hustle
On this #GivingTuesday we're excited to announce our initiative to support small businesses throughout 2021 with our #SmartGivesBack program. We'll be partnering with small businesses around the US + Canada to assist them however we can in becoming even more successful.
Small businesses are an essential part of our communities and we want to see them thrive. It's been a difficult year and by working with these businesses we hope to make 2021 a year of abundance.
If you or someone you know owns a small business we'd love to hear from you! Please tag the business in the comments below + tell us why their business is unique in their community!
We're looking forward to bringing people together this next year and can't wait to share our first small business partnership with you next week! 🙌
Wishing all who are celebrating a very #happyhanukkah from the SmartStop Family!
10 Quarantine Gifts That Are Perfect For The Holidays 🎅🌲
Whether you're with family, roommates or alone - we have quite a few gift ideas that will keep them busy (and cheery)! We could all use a little more fun this year - read our blog here: https://bit.ly/2K8vCo0 ! #smartstopselfstorage
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10 Quarantine Gifts to Send This Holiday Season
We're excited to announce the 10 winners of our $450 Amazon gift card giveaway! We may not have been able to experience or celebrate in our traditional ways this year but our team rallied together to find a way that we could make the holiday season as merry as years past.
If you didn't win today please know that there will be more opportunities for giveaways and small business features throughout 2021 - we'll continue to get through this together!
Congratulations to the 10 winners who won a $450 Amazon gift card - we hope you spend it doing something you enjoy or on the people you love.
Winners are:
1. Debra J. from Illinois
2. Jessica B. from Colorado
3. Shari S. from Pennsylvania
4. Samantha T. from Florida
5. Chris H. from Utah
6. John C. from Kentucky
7. Lisha B. from Ohio
8. Susan L. from Ontario
9. Wendy R. from Wisconsin
10. Barrie M. from Kentucky
Winners will be notified via email!
Again, we thank you and wish you the happiest of holidays!
3 ways your kids can video chat with Santa this year! 🎅🏽☃️ 🎁
Santa doesn’t have to show up at your house to spread his holiday cheer. We’ve put together a list of the best (and easiest) ways for your kids to chat with Santa this year without leaving your couch.
🌟 Visit With Santa – https://bit.ly/2Wt9jfq
Price: $24.99 for a 5-10 minute LIVE call
>> Have a live chat with Santa Clause from the comfort of your home. Your kids can tell him what they want for the holidays and also ask him questions like what his favorite cookie is, or how he spends his days off.
How to set up your live video call with Santa:
◾ Book an appointment on their website- make sure to choose the correct timezone (
Meet Chef Bawang (aka Wesley Altuna) in our newest blog post. We partnered with Wesley to support the homeless community in downtown Toronto and shared his story of how loss turned to love while navigating life through a pandemic.
"I asked them what their biggest challenges were, and they said that they didn’t have warm food to eat. They were living off non-perishable goods and occasionally leftovers from people who were passing by the park."
https://bit.ly/3pyWFrT #smartgivesback
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Wesley Altuna on His Passion for Food and Community
🏆 When did Boxing Day begin? Boxing Day became an official holiday during the reign of Queen Victoria and today its considered one of the biggest days for sporting events and shopping.
🎁 Why is it called “Boxing Day”? Some historians think the holidays name is derived from the idea of boxing gifts and handing them out to the less-fortunate.
🌏 Who celebrates Boxing Day? This holiday is observed by the United Kingdom, Barbados, Canada, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Kenya, Guyana, South Africa, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago.
🤝 Is there another name for it? South Africa changed the name in 1994 from Boxing Day to the Day of Goodwill, representative of giving back to the less-fortunate families with leftover food or special gifts. In some continental European countries, it is known as “Christmas II” or “Second Christmas Day”. It’s also known as National Candy Cane Day in the United States.
🏊 What is the polar bear plunge? This is an annual plunge into the freezing English Channel that happens each year on Boxing Day that raises money for a range of charities.
No better way to start the year than to choose a few resolutions to keep you busy mentally and physically. Build your ideal home office, try new recipes, read more books... view all 21 of our favorite New Years resolution ideas on our blog and get started: https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/21-best-new-years-resolutions-at-home 🤩 🎉
#NewYearsResolution #NewYears2021 #SmartStopSelfStorage
📗 Reading For Stress Relief
It's no secret that taking breaks during the work day is beneficial to your body and mind but did you know reading during your breaks can actually relieve stress and anxiety? When you read, your thoughts are redirected, causing your heart rate to lower and adrenaline to subside. Even an hour can make dramatic differences to your mindset.
🏆 The top Goodreads books of 2020 were just announced so use this list to get your book reading started:
1. "The Midnight Library," by Matt Haig
2. "The Guest List," by Lucy Foley
3. "The Vanishing Half," by Brit Bennett
4. "House of Earth and Blood," by Sarah J. Maas
5. "From Blood and Ash," by Jennifer L. Armentrout
6. "To Sleep in a Sea of Stars," by Christopher Paolini
7. "Mexican Gothic," by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
8. "Strange Planet," by Nathan W. Pyle
9. "Stamped. Racism, Antiracism and You," by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
10. "A Promised Land," by Barack Obama
How To Safely Store Winter + Holiday Decor https://bit.ly/3nd7f6p
✔️ Tip #1 - Hang your wreath in a closet to store it rather than packaging it away.
"We recommend you cover it in a trash bag or dry cleaning bag to keep the elements — and insects — at bay."
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How to Safely Store Winter and Holiday Decor
Working from home is here to stay (at least for a while) so get comfortable and more efficient with these 8 Home Trends of 2021!
"If you're low on square footage or want to keep your workspace in a contained part of your room... consider a cloffice." Yep, you read that right - a CLOFFICE! Learn more about this new 2021 Trend on our blog: https://bit.ly/35C63TY
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8 Home Office Trends for 2021
Wake me up on Tuesday ☕️
#repost @kelliwithaneyeee
📗 Reading For Stress Relief
It's no secret that taking breaks during the work day is beneficial to your body and mind but did you know reading during your breaks can actually relieve stress and anxiety? When you read, your thoughts are redirected, causing your heart rate to lower and adrenaline to subside. Even an hour can make dramatic differences to your mindset.
🏆 The top Goodreads books of 2020 were just announced so use this list to get your book reading started:
1. "The Midnight Library," by Matt Haig
2. "The Guest List," by Lucy Foley
3. "The Vanishing Half," by Brit Bennett
4. "House of Earth and Blood," by Sarah J. Maas
5. "From Blood and Ash," by Jennifer L. Armentrout
6. "To Sleep in a Sea of Stars," by Christopher Paolini
7. "Mexican Gothic," by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
8. "Strange Planet," by Nathan W. Pyle
9. "Stamped. Racism, Antiracism and You," by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
10. "A Promised Land," by Barack Obama
How To Safely Store Winter + Holiday Decor https://bit.ly/3nd7f6p
✔️ Tip #1 - Hang your wreath in a closet to store it rather than packaging it away.
"We recommend you cover it in a trash bag or dry cleaning bag to keep the elements — and insects — at bay."
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How to Safely Store Winter and Holiday Decor
Martin Luther King Day was implemented as a "day on, not a day off," - a day of service when all Americans can volunteer to improve their communities. Today we honor MLK and highlight some of his lesser-known, but equally profound achievements before and after the Civil Rights Movement.
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/martin-luther-king-jr-the-man-you-didnt-know
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Martin Luther King, Jr. — The Man You Didn't Know
Working from home is here to stay (at least for a while) so get comfortable and more efficient with these 8 Home Trends of 2021!
"If you're low on square footage or want to keep your workspace in a contained part of your room... consider a cloffice." Yep, you read that right - a CLOFFICE! Learn more about this new 2021 Trend on our blog: https://bit.ly/35C63TY
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8 Home Office Trends for 2021
Wake me up on Tuesday ☕️
#repost @kelliwithaneyeee
Rain, snow, or shine we've put together the 5 Best Indoor and Outdoor Winter Hobbies in our newest blog - https://bit.ly/3ptdkgZ
This blog details New York Magazine's 'Featured Game' that allows you to experience US National Parks from home - with a direct link to purchase + a few hobbies that will calm your mind and tell those stress hormones to buzz off!
#smartstopselfstorage
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5 Best Winter Hobbies Anyone Can Do
Our #SmartGivesBack initiative to support small business owners throughout the US and Canada has officially begun with OC Declutter, a home and office organization company based in Orange County, California, and run by founders Heather and Taylor. We interviewed them on our blog to give an inside perspective of navigating a new business and keeping it successful through a pandemic.
We had the pleasure of providing tools, tool bags, organizing equipment, branded tees, and branded masks for OC Declutter, with the hope that eliminating these costs will allow them more time to focus on new business.
Read more about them here: https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/oc-declutter-small-business-feature
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OC Declutter | Small Business Feature
Martin Luther King Day was implemented as a "day on, not a day off," - a day of service when all Americans can volunteer to improve their communities. Today we honor MLK and highlight some of his lesser-known, but equally profound achievements before and after the Civil Rights Movement.
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/martin-luther-king-jr-the-man-you-didnt-know
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Martin Luther King, Jr. — The Man You Didn't Know
Working from home is here to stay (at least for a while) so get comfortable and more efficient with these 8 Home Trends of 2021!
"If you're low on square footage or want to keep your workspace in a contained part of your room... consider a cloffice." Yep, you read that right - a CLOFFICE! Learn more about this new 2021 Trend on our blog: https://bit.ly/35C63TY
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8 Home Office Trends for 2021
There was no other way to start Black History Month than to feature Amanda Gorman, (@amandascgorman), the 22-year-old poet from LA who stole our hearts on inauguration day and has claimed her spot as a historical figure of the 21st century.
So who is she, you ask? Here are 5 things you need to know about this fierce woman of the word:
🥇 Amanda graduated from Harvard University in 2020, cum laude, with a degree in sociology.
✏️ At 7 years old she wrote her first poem about how alone she felt at school.
🦁 She, like many others, is obsessed with Harry Potter (She's a Gryffindor).
👯 She's a twin! Her twin sister Gabrielle is also an activist, graduated from UCLA and she's passionate about filmmaking.
📕 She's the Founder and Executive Director of One Pen One Page, which promotes literacy among youth through creative writing.
Amanda has also published 2 books: "The One Whom Food is Not Enough," and "The Hill We Climb: Poems," with 2 more that will be released in September 2021: "The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country," and "Change Sings: A Children's Anthem."
So proud of our friend Wesley, @bawang.to on IG, who we partnered with in December! Together we fed and clothed the homeless community in downtown Toronto and today he was featured on the Rachael Ray Show 👏 Good person doing GREAT things!! #SmartGivesBack
https://youtu.be/PKlHbaOdC-Y
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After Losing His Advertising Job Due To Covid, This Man Started Selling Filipino Food On Instagram
Rain, snow, or shine we've put together the 5 Best Indoor and Outdoor Winter Hobbies in our newest blog - https://bit.ly/3ptdkgZ
This blog details New York Magazine's 'Featured Game' that allows you to experience US National Parks from home - with a direct link to purchase + a few hobbies that will calm your mind and tell those stress hormones to buzz off!
#smartstopselfstorage
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5 Best Winter Hobbies Anyone Can Do
Our #SmartGivesBack initiative to support small business owners throughout the US and Canada has officially begun with OC Declutter, a home and office organization company based in Orange County, California, and run by founders Heather and Taylor. We interviewed them on our blog to give an inside perspective of navigating a new business and keeping it successful through a pandemic.
We had the pleasure of providing tools, tool bags, organizing equipment, branded tees, and branded masks for OC Declutter, with the hope that eliminating these costs will allow them more time to focus on new business.
Read more about them here: https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/oc-declutter-small-business-feature
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OC Declutter | Small Business Feature
The Coral Mod African Basket from @xnstudio_ A is a traditional wedding-day basket used in Uganda. The groom offers it to the family of his new wife. The materials for these baskets are sourced and made in Uganda! We’ll be sharing more about the owner of xN Studio - Nasozi, very soon! 👏
A portion of this sale will go toward scholarships and campus maintenance projects of Suubi Orphanage and Primary school in Uganda. Read more on xN’s website: http://www.xnasozistudio.com/giving
#buyblack
#blackownedbusiness #blackownedbusinesses #blackentrepeneur #blackentrepeneurs #shopsmall #blackhistorymonth #bhm #blackbusiness #blackbusinessowner #blackbusinesses #blackbusinessowners #buyblackowned #supportblackbusinesses
We’re happy to announce the opening of our newly constructed self storage facility in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada in partnership with SmartCentres
This is our 16th owned or managed location in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and 150th property in North America!
https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/strategic-storage-trust-iv-opens-newly-constructed-facility-location-in-greater-toronto-area-807942216.html
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Strategic Storage Trust IV Opens Newly Constructed Facility Location in Greater Toronto Area
There was no other way to start Black History Month than to feature Amanda Gorman, (@amandascgorman), the 22-year-old poet from LA who stole our hearts on inauguration day and has claimed her spot as a historical figure of the 21st century.
So who is she, you ask? Here are 5 things you need to know about this fierce woman of the word:
🥇 Amanda graduated from Harvard University in 2020, cum laude, with a degree in sociology.
✏️ At 7 years old she wrote her first poem about how alone she felt at school.
🦁 She, like many others, is obsessed with Harry Potter (She's a Gryffindor).
👯 She's a twin! Her twin sister Gabrielle is also an activist, graduated from UCLA and she's passionate about filmmaking.
📕 She's the Founder and Executive Director of One Pen One Page, which promotes literacy among youth through creative writing.
Amanda has also published 2 books: "The One Whom Food is Not Enough," and "The Hill We Climb: Poems," with 2 more that will be released in September 2021: "The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country," and "Change Sings: A Children's Anthem."
So proud of our friend Wesley, @bawang.to on IG, who we partnered with in December! Together we fed and clothed the homeless community in downtown Toronto and today he was featured on the Rachael Ray Show 👏 Good person doing GREAT things!! #SmartGivesBack
https://youtu.be/PKlHbaOdC-Y
YOUTUBE.COM
After Losing His Advertising Job Due To Covid, This Man Started Selling Filipino Food On Instagram
Rain, snow, or shine we've put together the 5 Best Indoor and Outdoor Winter Hobbies in our newest blog - https://bit.ly/3ptdkgZ
This blog details New York Magazine's 'Featured Game' that allows you to experience US National Parks from home - with a direct link to purchase + a few hobbies that will calm your mind and tell those stress hormones to buzz off!
#smartstopselfstorage
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5 Best Winter Hobbies Anyone Can Do
We have many customers who have written us love notes this last year and we're so proud that our staff has made them feel loved and cared for. 💌
To all our customer service representatives around the US and Canada - we thank you for your hard work!
💕Happy Valentine's Day and may you feel as loved as we do today!
#valentinesday #smartstopselfstorage
#smartstop #valentinesday2021 #loveyourcustomers
We're humbled to be named Newsweek's Best Customer Service in 2021, in the home storage category. SmartStop is committed to making the self-storage experience easy and hassle-free throughout the US and Canada, and our commitment to offering world-class customer service is especially important to us.
"If there were ever a time when one wanted to feel listened to and accommodated, it's now. Newsweek has again partnered with respected global data research firm Statista to identify the stores that consistently provide the Best Customer Service 2021."
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/smartstop-wins-newsweeks-best-customer-service-2021-award-for-storage-companies-301227394.html?tc=eml_cleartime
Congrats to all the recognized businesses on Newsweek: https://www.newsweek.com/americas-best-customer-service-2021
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SmartStop Wins Newsweek's Best Customer Service 2021 Award for Storage Companies
Meet one of the many products sold by @sustainablehomegoods - an Atlanta-based business that describes itself as a "curated collection of Ethical & Fair Trade Homewares from Locale & Global artisans." This black female-owned business is making a difference by creating sustainable jobs that are fair and ethical in communities around the world.
"Commerce gives us the opportunity to bring dignity and financial stability to these people groups, while also getting to have a beautiful piece of their culture in our homes. They help to turn our houses into homes by filling our favorite spaces with incredible stories and talent!!" - LaToya, Funder of SustainAble Home Goods
Visit their website at www.yoursustainablehome.com to read about their incredible mission, watch their video story and shop around for products that have been created with care.
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SustainAble Home Goods
🍿 Add a retro spin to your next date night with a pandemic-safe movie experience — from the comfort of your own car! With theaters temporarily closed and date ideas running thin, there’s no better time to jazz up your next weekend night plans with an outdoor flick for Valentine's Day. Here are a few steps to set up the perfect movie night: https://bit.ly/36Zj2zO
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How to Have a Romantic Movie Night — in Your Car
New York based designer Hana Getachew started @boleroadtextiles out of a desire to merge her love of Ethiopian handwoven fabrics with her career in interior design.
During her eleven years at a major New York City architecture firm Hana realized her affinity for vibrant colors and graphic patterns was a direct result of her upbringing in a home filled with amazing traditional Ethiopian textiles. Her designs for Bolé Road are an homage to that cultural inheritance and a reflection of her own personal global modern aesthetic.
Hana was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. After a few years in Montreal, her family settled in New York. A graduate of Cornell University with a degree in interior design, Hana was formerly Associate Principal at Studios Architecture in New York City. During her time there she helped design the flagships and headquarters of some of the city’s most prominent companies. You can also visit her website at www.boleroadtextiles.com #buyblack
What started as a hobby for Midwest artist Candice Luter has evolved into an impressive collection of custom furniture and unique home accents. From modern mirrors to intricate wall hangings, each of her designs is a one-of-a-kind creation made by hand. See all of her beautiful designs on her IG page @candiceluter or visit her Etsy shop at https://etsy.me/3a5IiGL #buyblack
We've partnered with @xo_kmarie this month to support her small business @essentialsx. Her candles are handcrafted in small batches with all natural products including soy wax, fragrances made with essential oils and wooden wicks that crackle like a warm fire as they burn.
If you live in South Carolina, you may have seen K. Marie in a Super Bowl commercial where she was featured for her skilled side hustle in photography!
We're very excited to share more about her this month and show you all the products and materials we purchased for her business to ensure that she continues to be a successful small business during this difficult time.
Welcome to the SmartStop family, K. Marie. #SmartGivesBack #SmartBusiness
#smartstopselfstorage #blackowned #blackownedbusiness #buyblack #blackhistorymonth #femalebusinessowner #femalebusinessowners #smartstop #smartstopstorage #smartpeople #homemadegifts #smallbusiness #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesstips #etsyseller #essentialsxkmarie
If your new gig is virtual, you may face an entirely new set of hurdles that makes it trickier to communicate with your colleagues and build rapport. Follow these quick tips to make sure you're making a positive impact even before your start date!
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/7-tips-for-starting-your-dream-job
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7 Tips For Starting Your Dream Job
"All our differences hardly measure up to to the values we all have in common." - President Biden
This last year has taught us a lot about the importance of family. Wishing you and yours a safe and joyful day spending time together at home or virtually!
- The SmartStop Family
#HappyFamilyDay #CanadianFamilyDay
We have many customers who have written us love notes this last year and we're so proud that our staff has made them feel loved and cared for. 💌
To all our customer service representatives around the US and Canada - we thank you for your hard work!
💕Happy Valentine's Day and may you feel as loved as we do today!
#valentinesday #smartstopselfstorage
#smartstop #valentinesday2021 #loveyourcustomers
We're humbled to be named Newsweek's Best Customer Service in 2021, in the home storage category. SmartStop is committed to making the self-storage experience easy and hassle-free throughout the US and Canada, and our commitment to offering world-class customer service is especially important to us.
"If there were ever a time when one wanted to feel listened to and accommodated, it's now. Newsweek has again partnered with respected global data research firm Statista to identify the stores that consistently provide the Best Customer Service 2021."
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/smartstop-wins-newsweeks-best-customer-service-2021-award-for-storage-companies-301227394.html?tc=eml_cleartime
Congrats to all the recognized businesses on Newsweek: https://www.newsweek.com/americas-best-customer-service-2021
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SmartStop Wins Newsweek's Best Customer Service 2021 Award for Storage Companies
As a self-storage business, we've seen the effects that the Coronavirus has had on our customers and communities. We've witnessed families downsizing their homes, selling sentimental belongings, college students getting ousted from campus, and small businesses shutting down. We've done our best to support them in our facilities but we acknowledged that there was much more to be done.
We put together the #SmartGivesBack campaign as our way of giving back to small businesses to help alleviate stressful costs and get them back on their feet.
This month we're spotlighting essentialsx, a candle, and aromatherapy business owned by K.Marie who resides in Charleston, SC. Her business's name could not be more appropriate right now.
Get to know K.Marie, the community she's built for women of color, and her small business in our blog
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/essentials-by-kmarie-small-business-feature
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Essentials by K.Marie | Small Business Feature
If you haven't yet, it's time to visit Rochelle Porter Design at www.rochelleporter.com ♥️ RPD leads with the tagline "design for abundant living," with all patterns hand-designed by Rochelle and printed on sustainable fabrics.
When we came across RPD's page we loved the designs - table runners, pillows, scarves, activewear, you name it and she's probably made it - but these Carribean-inspired patterns have been created ethically and sustainably too.
In April, we're dedicated to sharing more about eco-conscious brands like Rochelle Porter Design who can bring our Earth month campaign to life with details about best practices, steps you can take to make eco-friendly changes, and more.
We've all been spending much more time in the kitchen this last year, so it's time to make it more effective for your needs. Read about our best tips for creating more space to cook your meals and that delivery food!
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/7-kitchen-makeover-ideas-to-clear-space
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7 Kitchen Makeover Ideas to Clear Space
7 Kitchen Makeover Ideas To Clear Space✨
It's time to tackle what may be the most used space in the house these days - the kitchen. Link in bio to read our blog with best practices for decluttering, organizing and disposing of goods to make this area more cooking and takeout-ready! #smartstopselfstorage
#kitchentips #hometips #kitchencleaning #kitchendesign #kitchenisland #kitchendecor #smartstop #kitchensofinstagram #kitchenorganization #homedecor #homedecortips #DIYKitchen #kitchenrenovation #kitchenexperiments #springcleaning #pandemiccleaning
We've partnered with K.Marie this month to support her small business essentialsx Her candles are handcrafted in small batches with all natural products including soy wax, fragrances made with essential oils and wooden wicks that crackle like a warm fire as they burn.
We're very excited to share more about her this month and show you all the products and materials we purchased for her business to ensure that she continues to be a successful small business during this difficult time.
Welcome to the SmartStop family, K. Marie. #SmartGivesBack #SmartBusiness
As a small business owner, it's important to remember that most other entrepreneurs are facing these same challenges. How you choose to respond to these challenges makes all the difference.
There are resources for everything if you just search for it.
1. Need a spreadsheet to maximize your cost-tracking? There are great templates on Etsy made exactly for that.
2. Need something to help speed up the social media posting process? Try something like @plannthat where you can auto-schedule posts to your social platforms and set up your IG grid layout prior to posting.
3. Looking for some work/life balance? Download @headspace and take out some time every day to meditate. Time spent on your small business can be done quicker and more effectively when you take small breaks to recoup. #smartstop #smartbusiness
They broke boundaries, barriers, records, and glass ceilings. Who will you celebrate this month? #womenshistorymonth
As a self-storage business, we've seen the effects that the Coronavirus has had on our customers and communities. We've witnessed families downsizing their homes, selling sentimental belongings, college students getting ousted from campus, and small businesses shutting down. We've done our best to support them in our facilities but we acknowledged that there was much more to be done.
We put together the #SmartGivesBack campaign as our way of giving back to small businesses to help alleviate stressful costs and get them back on their feet.
This month we're spotlighting essentialsx, a candle, and aromatherapy business owned by K.Marie who resides in Charleston, SC. Her business's name could not be more appropriate right now.
Get to know K.Marie, the community she's built for women of color, and her small business in our blog
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/essentials-by-kmarie-small-business-feature
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
Essentials by K.Marie | Small Business Feature
If you haven't yet, it's time to visit Rochelle Porter Design at www.rochelleporter.com ♥️ RPD leads with the tagline "design for abundant living," with all patterns hand-designed by Rochelle and printed on sustainable fabrics.
When we came across RPD's page we loved the designs - table runners, pillows, scarves, activewear, you name it and she's probably made it - but these Carribean-inspired patterns have been created ethically and sustainably too.
In April, we're dedicated to sharing more about eco-conscious brands like Rochelle Porter Design who can bring our Earth month campaign to life with details about best practices, steps you can take to make eco-friendly changes, and more.
We're pleased to announce the opening of our newest location in Rancho Mission Viejo, California! We invite our surrounding communities of Ladera Ranch, San Juan Capistrano, Rancho Santa Margarita and Mission Viejo, to come and check us out!
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/find-storage/ca/rancho-mission-viejo/28322-airoso
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
28322 Airoso
The Essential Guide To Selling on Craigslist + Facebook Marketplace - now up on our blog
→ How to research and price your items
→ How to take clear, eye-catching photos
→ How to write a compelling headline and description
→ How to make the sale safely
https://bit.ly/3t1wAn2
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The Essential Guide To Selling on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace
On #InternationalWomensDay we're featuring one of our most recent partnerships, @xnstudio_ a Fair Trade business owned by Ugandan-American, Nasozi Kakembo. She gave us 5 Tips To a Successful Fair Trade Business on our blog! #SmartGivesBack
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/5-tips-to-a-successful-fair-trade-business-by-xn-studio
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
5 Tips To a Successful Fair Trade Business by xN Studio
Preparing to apply for a business loan can be stressful enough, but as a woman of color, the odds are especially low to get approved. Gloria, an expert in business banking and start-up investing, shares her tips to find and successfully apply for grants. https://bit.ly/3c55m8d
GETTHEBAG.BIZ
Securing A Business Grant - 5 Strategies To Securing The Grant Bag - Get The Bag
New batik pillows at @xnstudio_ and some great lighting to feature them in!☀️ #Repost @xnstudio_
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Ring lights, camera, action!! Decided to match my magenta lipstick with my Batik Latitude pillows today 💋 And thanks to my #smartgivesback partnership with @smartstopselfstorage, snapping self-portraits is a breeze now! It’s the small things that make #solopreneurlife a bit easier. Happy Friday, All!
#smallbusiness #smallbusinessowners #smallbusinessowner #homedecor #homemade #batikdesign #blackownedbusiness #buyblack #blackownedbusinesses #ugandan #ugandanweddings #homedecorinspo
First-time home buyers have some special advantages created to encourage new entrants into the real estate market. @Investopedia shares what you need to consider before you buy and to expect from the buying process:
https://www.investopedia.com/updates/first-time-home-buyer/
INVESTOPEDIA.COM
First-Time Homebuyer's Guide
Dax is supporting a small business called @thepawsco who donates directly to rescues, rehabilitation efforts and re-homing of doggo's around the world!
If you have a dood like Dax at home, support this small business by making a purchase! #smallbusinesssupport
We're pleased to announce the opening of our newest location in Rancho Mission Viejo, California! We invite our surrounding communities of Ladera Ranch, San Juan Capistrano, Rancho Santa Margarita and Mission Viejo, to come and check us out!
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/find-storage/ca/rancho-mission-viejo/28322-airoso
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
28322 Airoso
The Essential Guide To Selling on Craigslist + Facebook Marketplace - now up on our blog
→ How to research and price your items
→ How to take clear, eye-catching photos
→ How to write a compelling headline and description
→ How to make the sale safely
https://bit.ly/3t1wAn2
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
The Essential Guide To Selling on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace
On #InternationalWomensDay we're featuring one of our most recent partnerships, @xnstudio_ a Fair Trade business owned by Ugandan-American, Nasozi Kakembo. She gave us 5 Tips To a Successful Fair Trade Business on our blog! #SmartGivesBack
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/5-tips-to-a-successful-fair-trade-business-by-xn-studio
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
5 Tips To a Successful Fair Trade Business by xN Studio
Preparing to apply for a business loan can be stressful enough, but as a woman of color, the odds are especially low to get approved. Gloria, an expert in business banking and start-up investing, shares her tips to find and successfully apply for grants. https://bit.ly/3c55m8d
GETTHEBAG.BIZ
Securing A Business Grant - 5 Strategies To Securing The Grant Bag - Get The Bag
Home Library Organization Essentials is up on our blog!
➝ best organization practices
➝ what to do with books you don't want
➝ visual ideas that will inspire you!
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/the-home-library-organization-essentials
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
The Home Library Organization Essentials
⋒ We may not have found a pot of gold, but these rainbows are still worth following:
⋒ La Vie Boheme Handcrafted is the Oregonian maker of this macrame rattan rainbow wall-hanging! Visit her IG and checkout tons of other boho-style macrame designs to line your halls with!
⋒ Cotton & daisies creates some very cheery accessories so you can take the rainbow with you wherever you go. Visit her IG and see how this California-based owner styles her bright pieces for every occasion.
⋒ chasingrainbows.yyc is the creator of this luxury fiber tabletop rainbow in mustard yellow and polka dots - place them anywhere around the house to brighten the space. Canadian-owned and accepting custom orders!
We're pleased to share our third and newest location in Phoenix, AZ at 4715 E. Baseline Drive! We're open and ready to support the local businesses and citizens of downtown Phoenix!
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/strategic-storage-trust-vi-inc-acquires-810-unit-storage-facility-in-phoenix-az-301247766.html?tc=eml_cleartime
How to use wood pallets to add some character to your patio - now up on our blog.
→ Video tutorials to get you started
→ Great ideas to get ready for outdoor fun again this summer
→ Best practices to make the wood pallets last through any weather
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/8-Simple-Pallet-Projects-To-Transform-Your-Patio
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
8 Simple Pallet Projects To Transform Your Patio
First-time home buyers have some special advantages created to encourage new entrants into the real estate market. @Investopedia shares what you need to consider before you buy and to expect from the buying process:
https://www.investopedia.com/updates/first-time-home-buyer/
INVESTOPEDIA.COM
First-Time Homebuyer's Guide
Dax is supporting a small business called @thepawsco who donates directly to rescues, rehabilitation efforts and re-homing of doggo's around the world!
If you have a dood like Dax at home, support this small business by making a purchase! #smallbusinesssupport
Home Library Organization Essentials is up on our blog!
➝ best organization practices
➝ what to do with books you don't want
➝ visual ideas that will inspire you!
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/the-home-library-organization-essentials
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
The Home Library Organization Essentials
⋒ We may not have found a pot of gold, but these rainbows are still worth following:
⋒ La Vie Boheme Handcrafted is the Oregonian maker of this macrame rattan rainbow wall-hanging! Visit her IG and checkout tons of other boho-style macrame designs to line your halls with!
⋒ Cotton & daisies creates some very cheery accessories so you can take the rainbow with you wherever you go. Visit her IG and see how this California-based owner styles her bright pieces for every occasion.
⋒ chasingrainbows.yyc is the creator of this luxury fiber tabletop rainbow in mustard yellow and polka dots - place them anywhere around the house to brighten the space. Canadian-owned and accepting custom orders!
We're pleased to share our third and newest location in Phoenix, AZ at 4715 E. Baseline Drive! We're open and ready to support the local businesses and citizens of downtown Phoenix!
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/strategic-storage-trust-vi-inc-acquires-810-unit-storage-facility-in-phoenix-az-301247766.html?tc=eml_cleartime
How to use wood pallets to add some character to your patio - now up on our blog.
→ Video tutorials to get you started
→ Great ideas to get ready for outdoor fun again this summer
→ Best practices to make the wood pallets last through any weather
https://smartstopselfstorage.com/about-us/our-blog/8-Simple-Pallet-Projects-To-Transform-Your-Patio
SMARTSTOPSELFSTORAGE.COM
8 Simple Pallet Projects To Transform Your Patio
First-time home buyers have some special advantages created to encourage new entrants into the real estate market. @Investopedia shares what you need to consider before you buy and to expect from the buying process:
https://www.investopedia.com/updates/first-time-home-buyer/
INVESTOPEDIA.COM
First-Time Homebuyer's Guide
Dax is supporting a small business called @thepawsco who donates directly to rescues, rehabilitation efforts and re-homing of doggo's around the world!
If you have a dood like Dax at home, support this small business by making a purchase! #smallbusinesssupport