Just because January is almost over doesn’t mean you should give up on creating resolution for 2018. If you’re running your own Self Storage facility, reflecting on the past year and planning ahead to the new one is critical. This process can help you evaluate your business, see what you’ve achieved so far, and set some new goals for the year ahead.

If you’re stuck when it comes to creating resolutions for your Self Storage facility, here are three resolutions you can use to get started.

1. Improve your efficiency

All businesses, including Self Storage facilities, should be concerned with improving their efficiency in the new year. If you can become more efficient, you can save time and money, allowing you to get more work done and see an increase in your profits.

There are plenty of ways you can improve your efficiency, such as retraining your staff, hiring the right people, and installing upgraded software.

2. Learn a new skill

We always have room for improvement, and that improvement can come from upgrading your personal skillset. If you, as the owner or manager of a facility, prioritise learning a new skill that will benefit your business, you’ll be setting a good example for your employees as well as improving your efficiency.

Learning how to use a new piece of software can be a great skill to set your sights on. As technology comes more and more involved in the Self Storage industry, it’s important you’re always on top of the software available to you.

3. Better delegate your tasks

Your role as the owner or manager of a Self Storage facility shouldn’t include doing every single task; that’s what your staff are for! If you have a staff member who is able to perform a particular task on your to do list, assign it to them. Your employees will most likely appreciate the added responsibility and trust you’ve put in them. It also frees up more of your time for completing the tasks your employees can’t do.

Delegating can be difficult, however. It can be hard to let go of certain tasks, especially if they’re important. You also need to make sure your employees feel comfortable and confident, and that they know exactly how to complete the task.

Completing these resolutions can help your Self Storage facility to grow in the new year! Explore more of Self Storage Startup to find more tips and tricks for running a storage facility.

This article was originally published on Self Storage Startup, which Centreforce Technology Group is the parent company for.