Genifer Ring
What makes Genifer Wildly Capable?
Genifer embodies the essence of true mentorship: offering guidance, wisdom, and unwavering support while championing the ambitions of others. I have been fortunate to learn from her – a true gal’s gal. Thoughtful, forward-thinking, capable, and resilient, she uplifts everyone around her through her strength of character and commitment to integrity. Whether as a mother, mentor, professional, or friend, Genifer shines in every role.” – KYLIE LYONS
What does your typical day look like?
My day starts with coffee, my dogs, and the “Open” daily mindfulness app. That’s followed by work where every day is a good day but always looks different. My best days will include a chat or text exchange with one of my three adult sons, all of whom live out of state. A good day ends at home with my Kindle, my dogs, and my husband of 30 years.
What makes you feel proud?
I’m most proud of my three sons, each carving their own path in ways that reflect who they truly are. I also take great pride in the value I place on family and my commitment to spending time with my parents, sisters, extended family, and cousins. They’ve all shaped who I am, and I want my sons to see how important those bonds are. I’m equally proud of the friendships I’ve built and maintained for over four decades. My two closest friends, whom I met at 14 and 22, are still my go-to people. And finally, I feel deep pride in my work. Whether supporting a colleague, student, or parent, it’s incredibly fulfilling to know I’ve helped make someone’s day a little brighter or a little lighter.
What’s been the biggest obstacle in your life so far?
Myself. I can get in my own way and be my own worst enemy. Whether you call it insecurity, imposter syndrome, working mom guilt, just being a Gen X woman, I struggle with seeing the value in myself that others claim to see in me.
One year from today, how do you hope you’re different?
I’m a firm believer that with age comes wisdom, so I hope to continue growing wiser and more comfortable in my own skin. As for how I want to be different, I could list countless physical and emotional changes I’d love to see by September 2026, but those would be unrealistic expectations. Instead, I hope to grow in how I see and treat myself and others, learning to hold space for grace rather than perfection.
What advice do you wish you could give your younger self? How might it have changed your course?
Whenever I see this question, I always first think of the advice I would give myself as a mom with three young boys under 4. I would tell her to slow down and be present. I would tell her to relax, to ask for help, and to better imprint into her brain all of those little memories with her boys. I would tell her to be patient and not rush bath time to make some invisible bedtime that didn’t really matter.
