# callmelana.com > Home for my thoughts ## Posts - [How Was My WordCamp Europe 2026 in Krakow?](https://callmelana.com/how-was-my-wordcamp-europe-2026-in-krakow/): WordCamp Europe 2026 in Krakow was a memorable experience filled with community, Contributor Day, sponsorship activities, meaningful conversations, and one epic after-party. Here are my highlights and lessons learned from WCEU 2026. - [Security Education: Small Discoveries](https://callmelana.com/security-education-small-discoveries/): I’m continuing my dive into security terminology and the bigger picture. Here are a few things that I discovered more about this month. SSL vs TLS: the name that never left SSL has been outdated for years, yet we still call it that. Even though TLS replaced SSL more than 25 years ago 😀, people […] - [What do I know about security? Nothing. ](https://callmelana.com/what-do-i-know-about-security-nothing/): When I received an offer from the Melapress team, I was excited – and honestly, a little scared. What do I know about security? Almost nothing beyond the basics. But that’s exactly one of the reasons I said yes. This is something I want to learn. Just getting started This week was all about exploring. […] - [My 2025 Year in Review](https://callmelana.com/my-2025-year-in-review/): I finished up 2024’s year in review with this encouragement: Here’s to keeping the focus on what really matters and slow down to not forget about reflection.🎁 I’m so glad this slogan stayed with me all year. I tried to accept my feelings, be more present, and mindful – and it worked. It helped me […] - [My Top 6 Books Read in 2025](https://callmelana.com/my-top-6-books-read-in-2025/): This year, as usual, was full of amazing books, and I’m glad I’m continuing my strategy of exploring diverse genres – that’s why my brain stays happy and not stressed about “reading just to read”. Somehow, books have become a replacement for (though not entirely) social media scrolling, watching series or movies. “Peak Mind” Dr […] - [AI Experiments that Actually Worked for Me in 2025](https://callmelana.com/ai-experiments-that-actually-worked-for-me-in-2025/): I’m still a true believer that AI will be our helpful assistant within work and life. And I always like experimenting and trying new stuff. So, this article is dedicated to everything I found genuinely helpful this year. ✨ One of the most important lessons this year was learning to ask AI to refine or […] - [Building a Personal WordPress Blog – October Update: How to Create a Books Page](https://callmelana.com/building-a-personal-wordpress-blog-october-update-how-to-create-a-books-page/): For the past few months, I’ve been working on my Resources page, and the next step was to create a curated list of books I love. So, I started with a quick prototype in Lovable. I liked the structure, so the next question was about tools: Now, let’s dive into my step-by-step journey 👇 Step […] - [My Happy List: Burnout Busters](https://callmelana.com/my-happy-list-burnout-busters/): I’m so happy to live in this world – a world where we can openly discuss mental health, where women can work and be independent, and where we have so much comfort. I’m sure most of you have your “Happy List,” even if it’s not written down, but just in your mind 😉.  So, I […] - [Burnout, Goodbyes, and New Beginnings](https://callmelana.com/burnout-goodbyes-and-new-beginnings/): I don’t wish anyone to experience burnout, but unfortunately, sometimes it happens. For me, it became the primary reason for my resignation. When I realized I was in the middle of burnout After WCEU in June, I felt excited and motivated. The event gave me a surge of energy, but soon after, exhaustion began to […] - [Building Personal WordPress blog – July Update](https://callmelana.com/building-personal-wordpress-blog-july-update/): Time for a little summer clean-up! I wanted to improve the navigation and overall look of some pages, and the Resources page was first on my list.  I wanted it to feel clearer and more helpful at a glance. So, I started with a quick visual mockup with the help of Lovable. I liked the […] - [Things I like how WordPress Creators Handle: Best from the Bests](https://callmelana.com/things-i-like-how-wordpress-creators-handle-best-from-the-bests/): Learning from others – how they create, what works for them, and why – is one of the best  ways to level up your own content.  Over the years, I’ve followed countless WordPress creators and brands, picking up inspiration and insight along the way. In this post, I’m excited to share some of the things […] - [Community and Partners Feedback: The Driving Force Behind My Work Motivation](https://callmelana.com/community-and-partners-feedback-the-driving-force-behind-my-work-motivation/): What motivates you in your work? For many years, my motivation came from the usual sources: interesting tasks, a good team, paycheck, and a sense of being helpful. These were important, and they still are.  But recently, I realized there’s something even more powerful that keeps me energized and inspired every day – the community […] - [WordCamp Europe 2025, Basel: My Recap](https://callmelana.com/wordcamp-europe-2025-basel-my-recap/): I’ve always preferred WordCamp Europe over other WordCamps – mostly because I’m not a big travel lover.  On one hand, I do enjoy discovering new cities. On the other hand, I try to avoid stressful trips. That’s why I’ve made a personal rule: just one work event per year.  Let’s see how long that lasts. […] - [Outreach Like You Want to Be Outreached](https://callmelana.com/outreach-like-you-want-to-be-outreached/): For the longest time, I hesitated to start a blog. There’s already so much content on the internet – did the world really need mine too? But over time, I realized I wanted a space to document my thoughts, something like a work diary – even if no one reads it. 😊 Today, I want […] - [Building Personal WordPress blog – April Update](https://callmelana.com/building-personal-wordpress-blog-april-update/): This month I was more focused on personal goals, so I didn’t have much time to work on the blog. Still, I set myself one mini-goal: to create a new page called “Things I Like About Living in Ukraine.” 🇺🇦 What I Wanted to Build Here’s the result 👉 Things I Like About Living in […] - [My Values, Work Principles, and Rules](https://callmelana.com/my-values-work-principles-and-rules/): For a while now, I’ve been trying to define what really matters to me – not just in work, but in life.  Running this blog, experimenting with different approaches, and constantly adjusting my workflow has helped me see things more clearly.  So, here’s where I stand right now: my values, my work principles, and the […] - [CloudFest 2025: My Impressions and Reflections](https://callmelana.com/cloudfest-2025-my-impressions-and-reflections/): I’ll be honest – CloudFest 2025 wasn’t a perfect experience for me. There were some great moments, interesting meetings, and valuable experiences, especially for a first-timer like me. Maybe my expectations were too high, or maybe this type of event just isn’t my thing. Either way, here’s my honest take on what I liked, what […] - [From 2017 to Now: How Influencer Marketing Has Transformed in WordPress space](https://callmelana.com/from-2017-to-now-how-influencer-marketing-has-transformed-in-wordpress-space/): I’ve been working with content creators for seven years, and it’s fascinating to see how influencer marketing has evolved. Like everything else, it has changed significantly, and I wanted to share my observations on where we are today and what the future holds. Influencer Marketing in 2017: A Simpler Time Back in 2017, there were […] - [Why I Refused to Follow “Do This Every Day” Advice](https://callmelana.com/why-i-refused-to-follow-do-this-every-day-advice/): We’ve all seen those catchy phrases, the ones that promise transformation with just a daily habit: “Do this every day, and you’ll be slim, healthy, and pain-free.” At first glance, these statements seem harmless, even helpful. But sometimes, they can trigger feelings of irritation and overwhelm.✨ I’ve recently experienced this firsthand, and it led me […] - [Building Personal WordPress blog – February update](https://callmelana.com/building-personal-wordpress-blog-february-update/): I haven’t made too many enhancements to my blog over the past two months, but here’s a quick wrap-up of what I did work on Before: After editing margin: I’m not rushing at all with developing the blog, just adding essential pages and content first. I feel like my blog is a painting – I’m […] - [Is the WordPress Community Silent, or Is It Just Me?](https://callmelana.com/is-the-wordpress-community-silent-or-is-it-just-me/): No, this post isn’t about Valentine’s Day – though if you’re celebrating, have a lovely one! ❤️ I just wanted to share my thoughts about the WordPress Community and how I’ve been feeling lately. For the past (almost) two months, I’ve been deeply focused on work. But whenever I check Twitter, Facebook, or Slack communities, […] - [How to Create a Simple Contact Form with a Conditional Logic? ](https://callmelana.com/how-to-create-a-simple-contact-form-with-a-conditional-logic/): From the start of my blog, I knew I wanted to create a 3-in-1 contact form with conditional logic.  And honestly? I wasn’t in the mood to learn a new tool.  That’s why I went straight for the JetFormBuilder plugin – I already knew it had everything I needed, even in the free version. 😆  […] - [Do you need a Partnership Manager?🤔 ](https://callmelana.com/do-you-need-a-partnership-manager/): After nearly seven years of experience, I’ve often asked myself this question: Do you really need a Partnership Manager? Short answer: It depends. Longer answer: Let’s dive into it! 🚀 Who is the Partnership Manager?  The role of a Partnership Manager can vary widely depending on your brand’s strategy and goals. 🎯 Sometimes, their responsibilities […] - [How to Read More Books? (What works for me)](https://callmelana.com/how-to-read-more-books-what-works-for-me/): This post is a reflection and response to a question I recently received after sharing my Year in Review (2024): How did you manage to read 45 books*? (*the image from goodreads was made earlier, than I finished 4 more books:D) The short answer? I’m not entirely sure! But what I do know is what […] - [Building Personal WordPress blog – December Update](https://callmelana.com/building-personal-wordpress-blog-december-update/): This month, I focused more on adding content rather than introducing new elements. However, I still ended up adding a few new pages and categories. ✨😁 Backup Earlier, community members recommended keeping a locally stored backup of my site, so I made this a priority. I also created a Google document where I store all […] - [My 2024 Year in Review](https://callmelana.com/my-2024-year-in-review/): Wow, this year has been incredibly fruitful. Thanks to my therapy, I had the chance to review my life, reassess my priorities, and focus not on doing more, but on doing what truly matters to me. Welcome to my 2024 Year in Review. ✍ Work This year I have several goals on my role  So, […] - [WordCamp Grinon - My first local Spain event!](https://callmelana.com/wordcamp-grinon-my-first-local-spain-event/): Hola, November Adventures! 🌞 November was a whirlwind for me — and honestly, I’m not even sure how I ended up saying “yes” to a Spanish trip and some vacation time during Black Friday season! But you know what? It was absolutely worth it. Let me share my journey to WordCamp Grinón in Spain, one […] - [Building Personal WordPress blog - November Update](https://callmelana.com/building-personal-wordpress-blog-november-update/): Over the past few months, I’ve been gradually building and shaping my blog. It started as a simple project, but it’s grown into something much more personal and fulfilling. 🧠 This week, I finally had some time to focus on improving it, exploring new ideas, and learning more about the tools that can make it […] - [Top WordPress podcasts](https://callmelana.com/top-wordpress-podcasts/): Podcasts are one of the most suitable way to stay in loop and you can listen them while doing some work. 🌟 So, here are my top list of what I enjoy listening too: WP Content Creators 👉Monthly podcasts with Paul C, Jeffrey Dalrymple, Imran Siddiq and Mark Crowell. WPBuilds 👉WordPress weekly podcast with Nathan […] - [Creating About Page](https://callmelana.com/creating-about-page/): I wanted to make something interesting on my About page, but honestly I’m too shy to talk about myself. :S So, I decided to start with what I love: use some dynamic content to have ability to reuse the Listing on other pages. WordPress Blocks I used 4. Social media icons Why and How to […] - [Choosing WordPress Hosting and Theme](https://callmelana.com/choosing-wordpress-hosting-and-theme/): I’m planning to share my WordPress beginner journey and write how I get started from idea to implementation. Planning (took me 1 month) Before I started working with my blog creation, I decided to structure everything I want to see in my blog. Figma works amazing for structuring, so I started with noting: After that, […] - [The Why](https://callmelana.com/the-why/): I dreamt about my blog from school. I remember trying Tumblr, then WordPress in 10th grade. And after working for 6 years with WordPress, I decided to finally use it for my blog. Of course, I was trying new features and working with Crocoblock plugins, but it was on testing environment – not serious job. […] ## Pages - [Shelf of Inspiration](https://callmelana.com/resources/shelf-of-inspiration/): Books that shaped my journey and might inspire yours too. Subscribe to my Goodreads profile ✨Some links are affiliate ones to help me maintain the blog. Thank you! - [Creations & Mentions](https://callmelana.com/resources/my-creations/) - [Things I like about living in Ukraine](https://callmelana.com/resources/ukraine/): A collection of things that make life in Ukraine feel special to me🌻 Add new thing - [My Professional Portfolio](https://callmelana.com/about-me/my-work-experience/): Marketing professional with 8+ years of experience in partnerships, affiliate programs, and social media management. Expertise in partner acquisition and development, affiliate communication, content planning, and marketing campaign analytics. Skilled in organizing processes, leading cross-functional teams, and driving measurable results to achieve KPIs. Experienced in event management, sponsorship coordination, and international relations. Core Competencies Professional […] - [Get in touch](https://callmelana.com/contact/) - [Welcome to My Digital Space 🙌](https://callmelana.com/resources/): My curated collection of resources, books, and the things that inspire me. ✨Creations & Mentions Projects, tools, eBooks, and stories I’ve created or contributed to ✍Books & Learning Curated reading recommendations accrsoss self-development 🇺🇦Ukrainian culture Things I love about Ukraine – culture, places, food, and traditions - [My Balance](https://callmelana.com/my-balance/): In 2023, I went through the most difficult period in my mental health, so I decided to book an appointment with a therapist. After the consultation, I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression. 2024 became my year of self-discovery, change, and challenges on the path to a better life! This page is dedicated to everything […] - [Blog](https://callmelana.com/blog/) - [About me](https://callmelana.com/about-me/): It’s always hard for me to talk about myself, but I’ll try my best. I’m Svitlana Kravchenko from Ukraine, but I prefer to be called Lana Miro, as this shortened form has been with me since school, and I’m just so used to it. I’m Svitlana Kravchenko from Ukraine, but I prefer to be called […] - [Privacy Policy](https://callmelana.com/privacy-policy/): Generated with WordPress. Who I am My website address is: https://callmelana.com. Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/callmelana.com/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)