Profits first, people last - District Manager Public Storage Employee Review

1.0
Oct 7, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

As a district manager, you are in the field very few weekends, with nothing after 6pm.

Cons

Extreme micro-management of district managers. Daily conference calls intended to humiliate employees in front of each other. The executive team doesn't think that the buildings should be maintained or cleaned. Most of the customer related issue are avoidable if PS would just loosen the purse strings and let the DM fix the buildings as needed. The hourly employees have no chance of getting promoted and are payed a very low wage. This adds to the difficulty since there is nothing to motivate them to work. Extremely overpriced merchandise and forced to enforce used car salesman pushy sales approach or get fired. The last thing PS thinks about when making a decision is how it effects people. Won't even clean an apartment for an employee before they move in. This could be a great job if they would give two thoughts about people and not make every decision based on what's cheapest today.

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5.0
May 8, 2026
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Pros

This position offers a great deal of empowerment to hire, train and develop your team and run your business. No day is ever the same and you get to be out from behind a desk engaging with people. The team I have worked with and the leaders I have worked for have challenged me to grow and develop in every step of my journey here.

Cons

There are a lot of competing priorities so the ability the prioritize, make decisions and be flexible is vital to success.

5.0
Jun 15, 2026
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Pros

Public Storage is a great place to work and grow your career. I’m surrounded by talented leaders who are supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in developing their teams. The company has a strong culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, which creates an environment where employees can succeed and make an impact. What excites me most is that Public Storage is in a significant growth phase. It’s an energizing time to be part of the organization, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful initiatives, take on new challenges, and help shape the future of the business. The company continues to invest in its people, processes, and growth strategy, making it an excellent place for those who are looking to develop professionally while being part of a winning team. If you’re looking for a company with strong leadership, career advancement opportunities, and a clear vision for the future, Public Storage is a fantastic place to be.

Cons

Cons: As Public Storage continues to grow, the pace of the business can be very fast. There are often multiple initiatives, priorities, and opportunities happening simultaneously, which requires strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt quickly. Success in this environment depends on being able to effectively prioritize, manage competing demands, and stay focused on the highest-impact work. While the pace can be challenging at times, it also creates tremendous opportunities for growth, learning, and career development.

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