Book description
This New York Times bestseller and business classic has been fully updated for a world where skilled communication is more important than ever.The book that revolutionized business communications has been updated for today's workplace. Crucial Conversations provides powerful skills to ensure every conversation―especially difficult ones―leads to the results you want. Written in an engaging and witty style, it teaches readers how to be persuasive rather than abrasive, how to get back to productive dialogue when others blow up or clam up, and it offers powerful skills for mastering high-stakes conversations, regardless of the topic or person.This new edition addresses issues that have arisen in recent years. You'll learn how to: Respond when someone initiates a Crucial Conversation with you Identify and address the lag time between identifying a problem and discussing it Communicate more effectively across digital mediums When stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong, you have three choices: Avoid a crucial conversation and suffer the consequences; handle the conversation poorly and suffer the consequences; or apply the lessons and strategies of Crucial Conversations and improve relationships and results.Whether they take place at work or at home, with your coworkers or your spouse, Crucial Conversations have a profound impact on your career, your happiness, and your future. With the skills you learn in this book, you'll never have to worry about the outcome of a Crucial Conversation again.
Twix Bond
I love that I can enjoy audiobooks while cooking elaborate meals in the kitchen. Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature.
Referee
ListenBook is a game-changer – it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Mad Viral
Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Blizzard Vixen
💪 Boosting my productivity with this app's efficient multitasking features – audiobook enjoyment while I conquer my to-do list! 💼🎧 ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
The Dude
My audiobook collection has never been more organized. Library management is a breeze. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Red Woman
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner. ListenBook has become my trusted companion for literary adventures. The app's features are exceptional. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature!
Mud Finger
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. 🏃♀️📚 Running with purpose – audiobooks keep my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals. 🏃♀️🎧 Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing.
ShadowFax
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. 🎧 Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly – this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. 📚🌟 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings. ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have!
London Fox
Thanks to ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks without the need for constant synchronization. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch has streamlined my multitasking. This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. 📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
EchoExplorer
I can't believe I waited so long to start listening to audiobooks – this app has converted me! Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. 📱📖
Red Pepper
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
RetroMirage
I can't get enough of this app's convenience and the endless possibilities it offers. 🎉 Making each day a new chapter – this app keeps me hooked from morning to night! 📖🌄 Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
Polar Bee
The narrators on this app are truly talented – they bring characters to life. I'm addicted to this app's seamless performance and impressive library. Looping playback helps me immerse myself in the content. It's my secret study weapon.
Snowflake Pixie
I'm enjoying books I never thought I'd be interested in – all thanks to this app. The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly!
Fennel Dove
This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments – I'm forever grateful. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers! The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Devil Chick
Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚
Loot
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly. Looping playback has revolutionized my study sessions. I'm learning faster than ever. Absolutely loved the narration! The voice actor brought the characters to life with distinct tones and emotions. The production quality was top-notch, with no background noise or distractions. A truly immersive experience! An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Electric Saturn
This app has made long flights and road trips so much more enjoyable. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
Cali Yacht
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. 🎙️ The app's functionality is a true work of art – it enhances the audiobook experience and brings stories to life. 📚🎨 Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it!
Kamikaze Grandma
⭐️ Turning mundane tasks into exciting adventures – this app makes folding laundry a breeze with audiobooks! 👚🎧 Audiobooks at my fingertips – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. The app is well-designed and user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a joy.
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