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This Issue's Wonder Woman: Isotta Peira

I’m Isotta, a proud queer feminist and strong believer that shared knowledge, resources, and diverse representation are key to fighting inequality. I joined Automattic and the WordPress Community in 2022 as a Community Engagement Specialist. My background spans translation, sales, training, community management, and events. At work, I’m most passionate about optimizing processes and using data to make thoughtful, informed decisions. At home, I cook, read biographies, and watch documentaries.

What is your mantra?

I believe in the power of manifestation and in surrounding myself with people who radiate positive energy. Self-acceptance, curiosity, a learning mindset, and good intentions create space for meaningful work and joyful living.

Tell us 3-5 tech tools that you swear by that make life & work a little easier.

I swear by Gamma for quick, engaging AI-powered presentations, Google Sheets with its syncing features across tools, ChatGPT to guide my thinking process, and Jotform for multilingual surveys and clean reports. These tools keep my work clear, fast, collaborative, and fun.

What's in your mug/glass/bottle during work hours?

Tap water, except for two espressos in the morning and one after lunch.

What's in your mug/glass/bottle after hours?

On weekdays, mostly water (unless I'm at a WordCamp, where I always enjoy some drinks with friends and colleagues). On Fridays, wine or beer, depending on the inspiration of the moment.

Knowing what you do now, what advice would you give to your younger self?

Don’t let other people’s scarcity mindset convince you of limits that aren’t yours. Dream big, trust your instinct, and follow the path that excites you, even if it feels uncertain. And never hesitate to welcome the support of those who believe in you and can open doors along the way.

Your LinkedIn Profile Link​
​https://www.linkedin.com/in/peiraisotta/​

Wonder Women Doing Wonderful Things

• Sè Reed joined Community + Code to share her WordPress origin story
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• Tammie Lister shared thoughts on her blog asking "What if we paused default themes?"
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• Jessica Lyschik is excited about restarting the WordPress Germany meetup​
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• Rae Morey shared on OpenChannels.FM How to Pitch Stories That Matter in the WordPress Community​
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• Kristina Louise Treadwell breaks down the essentials of WCAG necessary for remediating a WordPress website. Webinar: Understanding WCAG for Website Accessibility Remediation​
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• Abby Wood has been working with clients to get video testimonials that feel natural, unscripted, and incredibly compelling, sharing them on YouTube as Undeniable Proof​
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• Cathy Mitchell writes about how being consistently kind, quiet, and steady for her customers has led to success for her whole team. Read her HeroPress essay for the complete story.
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• Lana Miro reflects on six months of work, growth, and accomplishments on her blog.
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• Miriam Schwab will present “A Trusted WordPress is a Good WordPress” at CloudFest USA in November.
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• An unexpected conversation with Donata Stroink-Skillrud, the world's leading authority on privacy, on the Seriously, Bud? podcast.
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• Michelle Frechette spoke with Julia Golomb about Post Status, WordCamp, writing a novel, and life on Cosmos by WPLift | Episode 03​
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• Piccia Neri and Michelle Frechette have launched a limited webinar series on accessible design, addressing HTML in their first episode.
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• If you're a woman/woman-identifying person who has never attended WCUS before and are an active contributor to WordPress, you can apply for the Kim Parsell scholarship. Hurry - the deadline is July 25.
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Volume 1, Issue 39