Book description
Now in a second edition, this classic book shows how to make conversations generative and productive rather than critical and destructive so people, organizations, and communities flourish. We know that conversations influence us, but we rarely stop to think about how much impact they have on our well-being and ability to thrive. This book is the first to show how Appreciative Inquiry--a widely used change method that focuses on identifying what's working and building on it rather than just trying to fix what's broken--can help us communicate more effectively and flourish in all areas of our lives. By focusing on what we want to happen instead of what we want to avoid and asking questions to deepen understanding and increase possibilities, we expand creativity, improve productivity, and unleash potential at work and home. Jackie Stavros and Cheri Torres use real-life examples to illustrate how these two practices and the principles that underlie them foster connection, innovation, and success. This edition has been revised throughout with new examples; updates on the latest supporting research in neuroscience, positive science, and positive psychology; and a discussion guide. It also features a new chapter on what the authors call tuning in cultivating awareness of how our physical and mental state affect our perceptions, emotions, and thoughts as we engage in conversation. This book teaches you how to use the practices and principles of Appreciative Inquiry to strengthen relationships, build effective teams, and generate possibilities for a future that works for everyone.
Alley Frog
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Petite Beauty
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Rink Ruler
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MythMaker
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QuestWeaver
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Geneva Cuffs
The compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch sets ListenBook apart from the rest. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
Fire Sass
ListenBook's support for various audio formats means I never have to worry about compatibility issues. Audiobooks on this app have made my morning rituals something to look forward to. Audiobook lovers, meet your new best friend! This app's smooth playback and easy organization have transformed my reading experience. 🎉🎧 Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
Troubled Chick
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CirrusFlash
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. 🚗📖 Road trips have never been this entertaining – this app keeps me engaged on the highway! 🚙🎉 Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Blister
Auto-rewind feature is very useful. Excellent app! Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
JK Friend
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Necromancer
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content.
Babe
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Spit Turanga
Bravo to the creators of this app – they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. 📚👏 The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve found. The interface is clean and easy to use.
Jester
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Find It Girl
ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. The interface is clean and intuitive. I was up and running in seconds.
VisionVoyager
This app has made me appreciate the art of storytelling even more. Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Scratch
It's impressive how the app caters to both seasoned readers and newcomers. 🌟 Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories – thank you, this app! 👚📖 ListenBook has made audiobook listening more convenient and enjoyable than ever before. ListenBook has transformed my daily activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Parallax Sugar
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect.
CuriousCrafter
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. Absolutely in love with this audiobook app! The seamless functionality and easy navigation make my reading time pure bliss. 📚🎧
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