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About us
About CLS Asia
We are a global affiliate of Center for Leadership Studies (CLS). With 30+ years of experience in the Asia Pacific, we specialize in Situational Leadership® training and experiential learning workshops, supported by world-class leadership and workplace behavioral tools
Benefit
The Power of Adaptable Leadership
Situational Leadership® plays a pivotal role in fostering team collaboration and innovation within diverse work environments by promoting a tailored approach to leadership that adapts to the unique needs and dynamics of each team member.
Our Value
4 Core Competencies
Situational Leaders® learn to demonstrate four core, common and critical leadership competencies:
Diagnose an individual’s Performance Readiness® to complete a specific task
Adapt leader behavior based on the diagnosis
Communicate an influence approach in a manner that followers can both understand and accept
Advance by managing the movement toward higher performance
Podcast
Leadership That Works Podcast Series 
Discover expert leadership insights on #LeadershipThatWorks podcast series. Tune in to actionable strategies for leadership growth and development. Visit CLS Asia YouTube channel for exclusive episodes and discussions.
Effective leadership is about you adapting and applying the intentional influence to meet the performance needs of your followers each time when they need it
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Testimonials
What people say
With over 15 MILLION Leaders Trained, here’s what they have to say:
“Polly’s approach to leading the Situational Leadership® workshop is truly invigorating and highly enriching. She seamlessly integrates her wealth of experience with her genuine passion, bringing the content to life in a manner that resonates deeply with participants. Through her guidance, attendees not only grasp the material but effortlessly connect it to real-life scenarios. The techniques learnt are not only relevant in professional settings but also applicable in life situations, offering valuable insights into the art of influence.”
Susan Chua, CFA
Managing Director
Dresden Green Consulting (Singapore)
“Thank you Polly for the transformative two-day training that combined high energy, practical facilitation, and a safe environment for sharing and connection. The role play exercises were particularly enlightening, revealing different levels of performance readiness that vary with the task, situation, and individual confidence and willingness. Truly an eye opening experience.”
Mouna Aouri
Founder & CEO
Woomentum (Singapore & SEA)
Countries Around The Globe
YEARS Grounded In Behavioral Science
“I walked away from the Situational Leadership® training feeling empowered and equipped with practical strategies that I could immediately apply in my professional life. Polly is a world-class trainer with excellent facilitation skills that foster a supportive learning environment and thus leadership breakthrough within class, and get them well prepared for immediate application with increased confidence and ability. This collaborative atmosphere not only enriched the training experience but also facilitated meaningful connections with fellow participants.
Whether you’re a seasoned corporate leader looking to refine your skills or someone just starting out on their leadership journey, this is a training that’s worth the investment.“
April Lam
Founder & CEO
Aello Consulting (Indonesia & Hong Kong)
“Attended the workshop Situational Leadership®, facilitated by Ms. Polly Chan. Great contents, delivered with impeccable professionalism. The tool provided to influence different situations, has a simple yet not banal structure, which makes possible to enhance the leaders’ individual excellences and also applicable when leading cross-cultural and cross-generational teams. I wish I could have attended this 15 years ago!”
Enrico Ferri
Director of Sales & Marketing
WAM BHM (Wuxi) Co. Ltd. (PRC)
Professionalism & Knowledge of the Speaker (5/5)
New skill and concepts acquired (4.86/5)
Practical examples, cases and exercises given (4.93/5)
Overall logistics (4.93/5)
Overall satisfactory level (5/5)
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Recommend this Programme
Participants’ rating by Hongkong Productivity Council Academy 2023 Public Workshop Evaluation Summary
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CLS Asia, and what do you offer?
CLS Asia is a leading leadership training provider in the Asia Pacific region. With dual offices in Singapore and Hong Kong, it dedicates to helping Fortune 500 companies, leading Multi-national corporates and fast growing organisations develop effective leaders across cultures, generations, and working styles. In the past 30+ years, we have been offering award-winning and time-proven leadership training programs, workshops, and certification courses focused on leadership and development, including in-person, virtual, and customised corporate training solutions.
What is Situational Leadership® and how does it work?
Situational Leadership® is a practical leadership model that helps leaders adapt their leadership style based on the needs, skills, and motivation of their team members. Instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach, leaders learn to diagnose each situation and apply the most effective leadership style to improve performance, engagement, and results.
Currently, 70% of the Fortune 500 companies are using the Situational Leadership® Model as their day to day leadership frameworks to create a common language of performance at their workplaces. Globally, 15+ million global leaders and professionals have already been trained to become Situational Leaders. Situational Leadership® series continue expand its offerings including the latest Situational Change Leadership™ program and Situational Performance Ownership™ program to build performance ownership at every level of the organizations amidst the ever-changing business landscapes.
Can you align training with our company’s goals and challenges?
Yes. Before the training, we conduct discussions to understand your organization’s leadership development objectives, leadership gaps, and challenges. We then design the program to support your business goals and improve leadership effectiveness directly.
How can I register for a course?
You can register by contacting us through our website, submitting an enquiry form, or reaching out to our team directly. For corporate training, we recommend scheduling a consultation to discuss your specific requirements.
How much does leadership training cost?
The cost depends on the type of program, duration, and level of customisation required. We offer both open workshops and tailored corporate solutions. Please contact us for a customised quote based on your needs.
How do you measure training effectiveness?
We measure effectiveness through participant feedback, engagement levels, and behavioural changes after training. For corporate programs, we can also work closely with corporate business and HR/L&D leaders to align training outcomes with performance metrics to track improvements in leadership, team performance and team engagement.
How is your leadership training different from other providers?
At CLS Asia, our programs focus on real-world application rather than theory alone. We combine proven frameworks like Situational Leadership® with interactive workshops, case studies, and practical tools that leaders can immediately apply in the workplace. Our Situational Leadership® series offer four modalities including in-person, virtual instructor-led, digital blended and self-paced digital learning solutions to meet the diversified leadership development needs of our corporate clients. Our training solutions are also designed for cross-cultural and regional teams across Asia.
Why is Situational Leadership® important in today’s workplace?
In today’s fast-changing and diverse work environment, leaders must adapt to different people, cultures, and situations. Situational Leadership® enables leaders to respond effectively, improve team performance, and build stronger engagement,making it a critical skill for modern leadership and development.
How long does a typical training session last?
Training duration varies depending on the program. Standard workshops typically range from half-day sessions to multi-day programs. For corporate clients, we can also design modular sessions that fit your team’s schedule and learning objectives.
Are there flexible schedules for corporate teams?
Yes. We offer flexible scheduling options for corporate clients, including weekday, weekend, and customised training timelines. This ensures minimal disruption to business operations while maximising learning impact.
Can the training be customized for our organization?
Absolutely. Our leadership training programs can be tailored to your organization’s specific challenges, industry, and goals. We work closely with clients to ensure the training content is relevant and aligned with real business needs.
Do you offer in-house corporate training?
Yes. We provide in-house corporate training delivered either at your office or virtually. This allows for a more focused and relevant learning experience tailored to your team, especially for diversified teams spreaded out across multiple locations, time-zones and countries. We also offer hybrid digital blended (e-learning plus virtual-instructor-led live sessions) and self-paced e-learning training solutions.
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