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Zero to 100: The Self Storage Development Podcast
Zero to 100: The Self Storage Development Podcast—powered by Barefoot Land Co.
The show is built for and by developers, focusing on the real behind-the-scenes journey—from raw land to Class A storage. Every episode breaks down real deals, market trends, and lessons from operators actually in the field. No fluff. Just practical, on-the-ground wisdom.
Zero to 100: The Self Storage Development Podcast
Episode 1: From Dentistry to Developer: How Wayde Elliott Built a Self Storage Empire
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Welcome to the first episode of The Zero to 100: Self Storage and Development Podcast with Brady McDonald!
🎙️ In this episode, we’re diving into the incredible story of Wayde Elliott, visionary and founder of StoreIT, who left a 20-year dentistry career to build a multi-million dollar self-storage empire.
He shares the exact steps, challenges, and strategies that took him from dentist chairs to ground-up developments to massive exits — including a $10M windfall on a single deal.
📈 Learn how Wayde:
- Transitioned from dentistry to real estate
- Navigated his first nightmare development (and profited)
- Finds conversion deals others miss
- Built a lean, EOS-powered team
- Raises capital using his 3 Ts
🔥 Whether you’re a real estate investor, developer, or just getting started, this episode is packed with golden nuggets.
👉 Subscribe for more episodes with top storage pros and developers who are scaling fast!
Connect with Wayde Elliott & StoreIT
🌐 Website: https://www.storeit.com/
📧 Email: wayde@storeit.com
📱 Instagram:@waydeelliottdmd
💼 LinkedIn: Wayde Elliott