My name is Joel Barsallo, and I’m a full-on millennial geek from Panama. I’m married, have a dog and a cat, and I thrive on simplifying the complicated—whether it’s nailing that elusive guitar riff or brewing the perfect shot of espresso. Every challenge is an opportunity to improve, and I love the process of taking small, iterative steps toward mastery. Bread baking? Yeah, I’ve got that covered too. My sourdough starter, Djamal, has been a passion project for years now.
When I’m not experimenting with coffee beans or strumming my Stratocaster, you’ll find me knee-deep in problem-solving. With over two decades of experience working with corporations, startups, and governments, I’ve honed a skill for breaking down complex challenges and making them manageable. This ability to simplify is what I bring to the table, whether in my personal hobbies or my professional life.
I’m all about sharing what I’ve learned along the way—helping others navigate the complexities of life and work. That’s why I started SiMPL. Check out my first newsletter to get a taste of how I break things down and make them easier to understand. Let’s simplify the world together!