Behind Closed Doors Stories from the Coaching Room

Behind Closed Doors is a ground-breaking exploration of executive coaching, based on a wide range of real-life case studies of coaching in action. Despite the significant growth of executive coaching over the last 20 years, very few case studies are available which can be used to guide practising coaches – and those who retain their services – and which reveal the reality of coaching in action. Yet when the curtain is pulled back, we can learn much about the impact of different interventions and different styles; where change happens for the better and where potential pitfalls may occur. Written by skilled and experienced practitioners, and showing what happens 'inside' coaching relationships, this book provides just such guidance.

Erik De Haan has over ten years of experience in organizational and personal development, bringing to his work a sensitivity to what moves and motivates people, and a strong analytical ability. He aims to support people in their search for what is ‘right and just’ for themselves and for others in their organization. He published Learning with colleagues (2001), Coaching with Colleagues (2004), Fearless Consulting (2005) and Relational Coaching (2007). Erik has worked with universities, hospitals and multinational companies, including Aegon, BP, CSM, Heineken, Nike, Nokia and Vodafone.