{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Cory Sylvester built the leading Storage Development team in the most challenging environment","description":"I sit down with Cory Sylvester, Principal at DXD Capital, for a masterclass in data-driven development and intentional leadership. Cory\u2019s path to becoming one of the most respected names in self-storage didn't start with real estate; it started at JP Morgan. After identifying a massive lack of institutional-grade data in the storage sector, Cory co-founded Radius+ and eventually DXD Capital, a firm currently managing 25 active developments. We discuss his transition from the &quot;bureaucratic construct&quot; of big banks to the high-friction world of entrepreneurship, ultra-marathons, and volunteer firefighting. Key Takeaways from this Episode:   The &quot;Victor&quot; Mindset: Why Cory would rather fail a hundred times than be stifled by corporate red tape.   Leading by Listening: The importance of checking your ego and creating a culture where employees feel safe enough to truly disconnect.   The Friction Factor: Why Cory packs his schedule with ultra-marathons (like the Tahoe 200) and firefighting to build the mental toughness required for business.   2026 Industry Forecast: Why the decline in new construction and the resilience of younger storage users are creating the &quot;perfect setup&quot; for the next several years.   Manage Space: A sneak peek into Cory's newest venture into property management software.   If you want to hear from a leader who values &quot;right vs. wrong&quot; over &quot;yelling and jerks,&quot; and who uses deep-dive analytics to outmaneuver the market, this conversation is essential for your 2026 strategy.  Connect with Thaddeus Campbell (S3 Partners): https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/itsthadcampbell\/   Connect with Cory Sylvester (DXD Capital): cory@dxd.capital https:\/\/dxd.capital This episode was brought to you by:  https:\/\/www.kiwiconstruction.com\/ ","author_name":"Stories Behind the Door","author_url":"https:\/\/safestorageusa.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39879130\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/197879125"}