Book description
Master one of our economy's most rare skills and achieve groundbreaking results with this "exciting" book (Daniel H. Pink) from an "exceptional" author (New York Times Book Review). Deep work is the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task. It's a skill that allows you to quickly master complicated information and produce better results in less time. Deep Work will make you better at what you do and provide the sense of true fulfillment that comes from craftsmanship. In short, deep work is like a super power in our increasingly competitive twenty-first century economy. And yet, most people have lost the ability to go deep-spending their days instead in a frantic blur of e-mail and social media, not even realizing there's a better way. In Deep Work, author and professor Cal Newport flips the narrative on impact in a connected age. Instead of arguing distraction is bad, he instead celebrates the power of its opposite. Dividing this book into two parts, he first makes the case that in almost any profession, cultivating a deep work ethic will produce massive benefits. He then presents a rigorous training regimen, presented as a series of four "rules," for transforming your mind and habits to support this skill. 1. Work Deeply 2. Embrace Boredom 3. Quit Social Media 4. Drain the Shallows A mix of cultural criticism and actionable advice, Deep Work takes the reader on a journey through memorable stories-from Carl Jung building a stone tower in the woods to focus his mind, to a social media pioneer buying a round-trip business class ticket to Tokyo to write a book free from distraction in the air-and no-nonsense advice, such as the claim that most serious professionals should quit social media and that you should practice being bored. Deep Work is an indispensable guide to anyone seeking focused success in a distracted world. An Amazon Best Book of 2016 Pick in Business & Leadership Wall Street Journal Business Bestseller A Business Book of the Week at 800-CEO-READ
Raggedy Ann
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Uluru Walker
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. ListenBook has taken my audio content to new heights, making every moment more meaningful. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Zero Charisma
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. πΆββοΈπ Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier β this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. π§ποΈ A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Demo
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Stacker of Wheat
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for clear dictaphone recordings.
Mad Kid
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to a whole new level.
Bones
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Mud Eye
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Plum Moon
ListenBookβs audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Dora the Destroyer
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Midnight Rider
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Freaky Ratbuster
Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience.
Nessie
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Paris Boost
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Bambi Wings
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Breezy Mustang
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WonderWords
ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience β it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Cujo
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a fantastic way to spread the joy. I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app β it's like being in the story. No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me!
Hang 11
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Mental Prophet
This app is not just about convenience β it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personalized touch to my audiobook experience. Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. ππ I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
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