RALEIGH, N.C. — Nov. 10, 2026 — The Center for Leadership Studies (CLS) has announced the release of Match: The Situational Coaching® Approach to Meeting Leaders Where They Are, a new book examining one of the most consequential and often overlooked elements of effective coaching: adaptability.
Coaching has become an increasingly integral part of how organizations support individual growth, development and performance. With that growth has come an expanding range of methodologies and philosophies, each offering a different perspective on how coaching should work. Match argues that no single approach works for every person or every situation. What works depends on the individual, the opportunity and their readiness for it.
Written by Suzie Bishop, vice president of product development at CLS, and Marshall Goldsmith, renowned executive coach and New York Times bestselling author, Match brings the enduring principles of the Situational Leadership® Model, one of the most widely adopted leadership frameworks in the world, into the context of modern coaching.
Drawing on real-world examples, insights and perspectives from leading voices in the coaching profession, the book explores what effective coaching looks like in practice and what it takes to truly meet people where they are. Match introduces a practical framework for determining what a coachee needs and adapting accordingly, bringing greater intention and precision to how coaches respond in the moments that matter.
“Coaching is a dynamic practice that requires context and understanding,” said Marcus Collins, professor at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business and bestselling author of For the Culture. “Match offers a methodology that helps coaches meet the moment and make an impact. The framework is effective and proven, but most importantly, it’s deeply human, exactly what contemporary leaders need to navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape.”
Match: The Situational Coaching® Approach to Meeting Leaders Where They Are is available now. To learn more about Match, explore ordering options or connect with the authors, visit the Match book page. Organizations interested in bulk orders may contact CLS for additional information. For more information about The Center for Leadership Studies and this new partnership, visit situational.com.
About The Center for Leadership Studies
At The Center for Leadership Studies (CLS), we are committed to enabling leaders at all levels to achieve their highest potential through innovative, impactful leadership training that is grounded in research and application. As the global home of the Situational Leadership® Model, the most successful and widely adopted leadership model available, our award-winning solutions and coaching services enable leaders to engage in effective performance conversations that build trust, increase productivity and drive behavior change.
