F60 Interview
Keith McDuffie, President & CEO
JL Terrell Construction
1. What’s your morning routine like? And what’s the last thing you do before going to bed?
⏰ Wake up: Most days before I get out of bed, I check my emails in case there’s anything that is urgent and needs to be addressed. The next thing after clearing my emails, I stretch and do some type of workout at my house. And then, I drink a half gallon of water every morning (to cleanse my system). Tip – from my grandma.
🛏️ Before going to bed: Most days I wind down, watch some TV (documentary, history channel, Discovery, NatGeo channel) or read a book.
2. What do you want to be known for?
Being a great family man, a kind person, and someone that uplifts my community.
3. What’s a lesson you’ve recently learned that’s helped you get better?
Lesson learned – do more of…
– Taking advantage of every opportunity and every moment with people that you care about.
– Calling or stopping by to be with people that you care about.
4. What advice would you give to a fellow Black entrepreneur just starting out?
To believe in your dream, be patient, set realistic goals, don’t skip steps in the process, and under-promise and always over deliver.
5. What are you most grateful for?
Family.
6. Name a Black leader you admire (dead or alive)
Mohammed Ali – because he was great athlete. He uplifted the Black community (during a period of segregation). He allowed black people to dream and be more – and he wasn’t shy about it.
7. What book are you reading, or podcast are you listening to?
📚: Unlocking private company wealth, z. Christopher mercer, Atomic habits – James Clear
8. Your favorite dish: 😋 Italian
9. Your favorite DC spot to visit: Rock Creek Park (brings memories from my childhood)
10. Your favorite music artist: Tupac, Anita Baker, Luther Vandross
11. An app, tool, or gadget you can’t live without: 📱 My cellphone
