Denise Pyles
Denise Pyles (she/her) is a seasoned ghostwriter and mindfulness coach specializing in crafting educational email courses for mindfulness professionals who serve mid-career tech workers. With over 35,000 hours of contemplative mindfulness practice, Denise brings a unique depth of insight to her writing, helping overwhelmed and burned-out professionals reconnect with clarity, calm, and presence—all without having to quit their careers or retreat from modern life. Her approach is deeply informed by her own transformative journey “From Convent to Corporate to Calm,” blending spiritual wisdom with practical experience.
Before becoming a full-time writer and coach, Denise enjoyed a successful 15-year career at Microsoft in program and risk management roles, honing her strategic planning and leadership skills. She is also a former nun with a Master of Divinity from the Catholic Theological Union, which laid the foundation for her profound understanding of mindfulness and compassion. Denise’s unique background allows her to translate complex spiritual and psychological concepts into accessible, actionable content that resonates with her audience’s real-world challenges.
Denise is the author of Burn Without Burning Out: 7 Micro-Mindfulness Habits for Clear Thinking, Decisive Action, and Recovery from Burnout, a practical guide designed for high-achieving women and allies seeking sustainable well-being. Through her signature Micro-Mindfulness GPS method, she empowers clients to integrate mindfulness into their busy lives through simple, five-minute habits. Denise invites those ready to transform their insights into authentic, soulful messaging to connect and create email courses that truly engage and inspire.
• Organizing Your Remote Office for Maxiumum Productivity
• Catholic Theological Union
• Bellevue College
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the strong work ethic I learned from my dad, the determination I saw in my mom, and the guidance of great mentors along the way. Their influence shaped my values, fueled my drive, and gave me the foundation to grow both personally and professionally.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to stay grounded and view failure as an opportunity for growth. It’s a mindset that’s helped me stay resilient, learn from every challenge, and keep moving forward with purpose.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
In both my work and personal life, I value balance, mindfulness, and connection—qualities I nurture through my love of landscape photography and hiking. Exploring nature helps me stay grounded, appreciate the bigger picture, and bring creativity and focus to everything I do.