{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EP39: LIVE Coaching - Why You've Been Chasing Storage for 8 Months But Can't Close a Deal with Eric Dumais Part 1","description":"Have you been spinning your wheels trying to land your first storage deal\u2014reading, underwriting, watching from the sidelines\u2014but still no contract? If so, this live coaching episode is a must-listen. I sat down with Eric Dumais, a self-storage investor in the making, who\u2019s been chasing deals for eight months but can\u2019t seem to get across the finish line. In part one of this two-part series, we dive deep into the real reason you\u2019re stuck\u2014and spoiler: it\u2019s not the market, lack of deals, or money. It\u2019s mindset. I help Eric unpack what\u2019s keeping him stuck, the dangers of staying too close to home, and how the fear of the unknown is costing you time and opportunity. Whether you\u2019re like Eric, searching in your backyard, or you\u2019re overwhelmed by expanding your buy box, this episode is going to challenge your thinking and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. You\u2019ll Learn How To: Get out of analysis paralysis and take the next step in your journey Expand your buy box without feeling overwhelmed Identify the mental roadblocks that are really keeping you stuck Build meaningful relationships with mom-and-pop storage owners Move from passive research to active deal-making What You\u2019ll Learn in This Episode: [1:00] The real reason you\u2019re stuck\u2014and it\u2019s not lack of money or deals [4:15] Eric\u2019s background and his journey from beer brewing to self-storage [6:10] What financial freedom really means (and what it\u2019s actually costing you) [8:50] The hidden cost of staying in your comfort zone [11:48] The fear behind expanding your buy box\u2014and how to overcome it [16:53] Why narrowing your focus too soon is slowing down your success [19:54] The power of boots on the ground and building real relationships [26:38] Why thinking long-term and relationally leads to deal flow Who This Episode Is For: Investors stuck in the \u201clearning phase\u201d but haven\u2019t closed a deal yet Anyone afraid to expand beyond their local market DIYers who overthink, over-plan, and under-execute People who are serious about buying their first facility in the next 6\u201312 months Why You Should Listen: If you\u2019ve been chasing deals for months (or even years) and can\u2019t seem to break through, this episode is your wake-up call. Eric\u2019s story might be yours too\u2014and by hearing his live coaching, you\u2019ll gain the mindset shifts and next steps you need to finally take action and get your first deal under contract. Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https:\/\/alexpardo.com\/ Alex 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\/ ","author_name":"Storage Wins","author_url":"https:\/\/storagewins.com\/","html":"