Book description
Executive fellow at Harvard Business School, Guest Shark on Shark Tank, and famed angel investor Matt Higgins reveals the counterintuitive formula for a life of perpetual growth that has been practiced for thousands of years by military leaders and serial entrepreneurs alike--forget the Plan B and burn the boats. From Sun Tzu to Julius Caesar, the ancient Israelites to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, there's a bold and highly effective tactic seen throughout history--when leaders want to motivate their troops for success, they destroy all opportunities for retreat, and go all-in on the mission. They burn their boats; it's win or perish, and the clarity of sheer desperation propels them to victory.Serial entrepreneur, brilliant investor, and television personality Matt Higgins makes the case that burning the boats isn't just advantageous in times of war or crisis, but a strategy we can all use to achieve our greatest dreams. Conquerors don't have a Plan B, knowing intuitively what science bears out: the mere contemplation of a Plan B weakens our resolve and diminishes our chances for breakout success.In Burn the Boats, Higgins draws from experiences in his own rags-to-riches life to show you how it's done. The lessons he's learned along the way, and witnessed in the leaders around him, are now for the first time distilled down to a template for success that's available to everyone bold enough to use it. Each chapter includes clear, actionable advice that readers can immediately start applying to their own lives, along with inspiration drawn from dozens of real-life success stories, adding up to a blueprint for a future filled with victories.
Diamond Gamer
๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ฑ I'm exploring new worlds while on the move, all thanks to this app's seamless functionality. ๐๏ธ๐ ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster.
Diamond Gamer
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. The app is so well-designed. Itโs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Pluto
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences โ a thoughtful feature. No more straining my eyes โ this app lets me 'read' with my ears!
Winter Underdog
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! I love the ability to change the background color. Itโs a nice touch.
NoiseCake
This app has turned even the most ordinary moments into reading sessions. Efficiency meets audiobooks โ this app's functionality is a true triumph. The app's performance is remarkable โ it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use.
Snow Hound
With this app, I've turned my daily commutes into exciting journeys through the world of literature. Noise reduction and voice tone changing are brilliant features. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Scare Stone
๐ฑ A world of books at my fingertips โ this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. ๐๐ฑ Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Texas Butterfly
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks.
Sir Squire
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Thumb Candy
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained.
Easy Street
ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. Audiobooks made simple โ this app's functionality is a breath of fresh air. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment.
VPR
With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education โ it's brilliant! ๐ผ Merging work and pleasure โ audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! ๐ป๐ง Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. ListenBookโs interface is beautiful and functional. Itโs my favorite app for audiobooks.
Hoover Spark
Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. An absolutely stellar production from start to finish! The narrator's command of pacing and tone was masterful, knowing exactly when to speed up for excitement or slow down for dramatic effect. The audio quality was pristine with no distracting mouth sounds or uneven volume.
Trip
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine โ it's my ultimate audio companion. With this app, reading is no longer confined to a specific time or place. Iโve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Nessie
ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. Navigating audiobooks with ease โ this app's design is user-centric. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a fantastic way to introduce them to new stories. This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Flash
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. ListenBook has turned my audio content into an immersive, personalized, and unforgettable experience. ListenBook's commitment to a seamless user experience is evident in its sleek design and intuitive controls.
Dance Cannon
I'm blown away by the range of non-fiction audiobooks available โ so much to learn! Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It keeps me entertained and motivated during exercise.
Serendipity
This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. Effortless audiobook exploration โ this app's functionality is remarkable. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits.
Mr. Lucky
This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. ๐ Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores โ a dance of productivity! ๐ถ๐ ๐ฅ Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears โ audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. ๐ต๐ Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it!
Troubadour
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience