Category: Leadership

I have a friend and business colleague who has the best attitude toward life of anyone I know. Whenever you exchange a regular greeting with him like “How is it going?” – his quick response is “SUPER FANTASTIC!” When you first meet him, you hear that somewhat skeptically. How could anyone always be doing that…

The Joy of Simplifying: A Path to Nimble Leadership and Innovation

Jan 23, 2026

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To me, Apple stands out as a beacon of simplicity. When Steve Jobs returned to Apple in 1997, he found a company on the brink of bankruptcy, overwhelmed by its own complexity. Jobs immediately embarked on a radical simplification strategy, slashing the product line from dozens of variants to just a few core products. This…

“The Slight Edge,” from Command Alkon CEO, Martin Willoughby

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In 2003, British Cycling’s transformation began with Dave Brailsford and his strategy of “the aggregation of marginal gains,” aiming for a 1% improvement in every aspect of cycling. Despite a history of mediocrity, this focus on small enhancements in everything from bike seats to hand washing techniques led to a remarkable accumulation of success. By…

We’re Getting Belts! Command Alkon’s Journey Towards Continuous Improvement

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In today’s ever-evolving business landscape, companies are constantly seeking ways to improve their processes, increase efficiency, and deliver better outcomes. Command Alkon is no exception. With a firm commitment to Continuous Improvement, we have embarked on implementing LEAN Six Sigma methodologies. As part of this transformative journey, we are embracing the concept of belts. But…

Why Am I So Reluctant to Change? The Psychology Behind Why Change Can Be Uncomfortable

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Change is an inevitable part of life, and the workplace is no exception. Despite the potential benefits that change can bring, many individuals often find themselves resistant to it. One of the primary reasons why is the fear of the unknown. Humans are creatures of habit, and we tend to find comfort in familiar routines…

“Personal Accountability,” from Command Alkon CEO, Martin Willoughby

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As a culture, we talk a lot about the importance of teamwork and collaboration. Those are certainly important concepts and critical to any organization’s success, but every team is made up of individual contributors. Therefore, both individual contribution and teamwork are critical to success. Legendary basketball coach Phil Jackson summarized this balance well when he…

“How to Be A Great Player/Coach,” from Command Alkon CEO Martin Willoughby

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Perhaps the best player-coach of all time was Bill Russell. Russell won nine NBA championships for the Boston Celtics as a player before winning two more as a player-coach. He is one of five enshrined in the NBA Hall of Fame as both a player and as a coach. When head coach Red Auerbach stepped…

Navigating the Digital Path

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