149 Staying Curious, Present & Engaged: Terri Keogh on Business & Life

What keeps life and leadership fresh, even after decades in the game? And how do you stay curious, present, and willing to take risks when it would be easier to play it safe?In this conversation, Barb sits down with Terri Keogh, President & CEO of Castro Properties, a third-generation entrepreneur, to explore the mindset that has kept her learning, growing, and thriving in business and life.Terri shares stories from her early days making the shift from prosecutor to the real estate industry, learning to trust herself in big negotiations, and why admitting what you don’t know can be a secret weapon in business. She also talks about pressing pause, creating space for fresh thinking, and how staying engaged with life, saying yes to new experiences, even when inconvenient, has become essential to her success and happiness.This is a powerful reminder that presence, curiosity, and openness aren’t just nice ideas, they’re what keep us alive, evolving, and ready for whatever’s next.SHOW NOTES[00:00] – Generational Entrepreneurship and Its Impact[07:26] – Transitioning from Law to Business Leadership[12:53] – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome[15:52] – The Power of Curiosity and Listening[22:52] – The Importance of Presence and Pausing[29:46] – Embracing the Moment: Lessons from Life Events[32:02] – The Importance of Presence[34:35] – Navigating Life’s Challenges[38:06] – The Inner Game vs. The Outer Game[42:01] – Responding to Life’s Uncertainties[49:28] – Embracing Learning and Openness[55:35] – Introduction to Terry Keough and Her Journey[56:31] – Resilience Through Chronic Illness and Personal GrowthSHOW LINKSVisit Terri’s WebsiteLearn more about the Innerverse of Being and Life Podcast: https://barbarapatterson.com/staying-curious-present-engaged-terri-keogh-on-business-life/