*I'm currently looking for my next mission and team. Head [[Resume|here]] for a look at my resume.* ___ Welcome stranger ! I'm **Théo**. This is where I petri-dish observations and ideas. The "Small Stabs" section is an ongoing discussion on making progress.[^1] My idea of progress is based on articulating two simple notions. (1) Identify the most important stuff and (2) take the most simple step in that direction. I might expand on that some day. The "Apologues" are a collection of heuristics and mental models that stem from my work with systems. I find them useful for decision-making and problem solving. I also publish my photographs and other visual pieces [over there](https://studio.theolouvel.com). Feel free to take a virtual walk in [[Library|my library]], if you're curious about the [[Topics|topics]] on my radar. You can reach out at the email below, connect on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/theolouvel/) or leave anonymous feedback [here](https://www.admonymous.co/theolouvel). $ \text{[email protected]} $ [^1]: The name comes from the Japanese word "Sashiko" (刺し子), which literally means small stabs. I don't think anybody needs equations to understand one very large stitch is much weaker than many small ones. I find it to be a compelling metaphor for building resilient systems, making progress and taking risks.