Turbo Boost: A Simple Guide That Hit Me Right Where I Needed It
There are days when I feel like I’ve got everything under control—emails answered, projects moving forward, the girls fed, happy, and even laughing. And then there are days when it feels like I’m barely holding it together. As a single mom of three and a Virtual Assistant juggling different clients, I often feel stretched thin. That’s exactly why Turbo Boost by Frank Keck caught my attention. The title spoke to me right away because, honestly, some days I don’t just need a push—I need a turbo boost.
The book isn’t some long, complicated self-help lecture. It’s simple, clear, and to the point—seventeen little reminders that can shift the way you show up for others and yourself. As I read through it, I couldn’t help but see how much it ties into my everyday life as a mom, a Virtual Assistant working with different clients, and just as a woman trying to become the best version of myself.
Relationships Are the Engine
One line stuck with me: “The extent to which you can focus on and serve other people will directly affect the quality of the relationship and how influential you become in their lives.”
That hit home. My girls need me to be present, not just physically, but emotionally. My clients need me to listen, really listen, not just wait for my turn to talk. And I realized that’s what this book is all about: relationships are the engine, and these tips are the fuel.
Lessons That Stood Out
A few of Frank’s “turbo boosts” really grabbed me:
Be open to their ideas. I can be stubborn (my girls would confirm that with no hesitation). But when I take a breath and let their ideas in—even if it’s just about how they want to arrange the house, it creates a connection instead of conflict.
Listen sincerely. I’m guilty of listening just enough to reply. But when I slow down and really listen, whether it’s a client explaining a project or my daughter telling me about her day, everything changes.
Go the extra step. This doesn’t mean grand gestures. Sometimes it’s as simple as leaving a quick thoughtful message on WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger for a client to let them know I’m on top of things or sending my girls a funny meme in the middle of the day to make them smile. Those little touches matter more than we think.
Do something that makes them say WOW. I loved this one. It reminded me that “wow moments” don’t have to be expensive or flashy. Sometimes, wow is just showing up when someone least expects it or going the extra mile, even if it means stepping out of your comfort zone to get things done. It’s those unexpected efforts that people remember and appreciate.
Be passionate. This one is a personal reminder. Between all the responsibilities, it’s easy to forget the things that bring me joy. Writing itself isn’t my passion—but expressing my feelings through writing is. It’s my way of letting out what’s inside, of making sense of the chaos. And when I share those feelings openly, my girls see that it’s okay to express themselves too, in their own way.
My Takeaway
Turbo Boost isn’t just a book of tips—it’s a nudge. A reminder that we don’t have to overhaul our lives to make them better. Sometimes it’s small, intentional shifts—listening more, giving credit, supporting others—that make the biggest difference.
As a mom, I want to pass this mindset to my daughters. As a professional, I want my clients to feel it in the way I show up for them. And as a woman, I need it for myself—because I deserve a turbo boost too.
So here’s my takeaway: we all have the ability to “turbo boost” the people around us. And in doing that, we actually turbo boost our own lives.
Ready for Your Own Turbo Boost?
If you’re ready to strengthen your relationships, create more meaningful connections, and give your life a lift, I highly recommend reading Frank Keck’s Turbo Boost. It’s simple, practical, and powerful.
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