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
Cereal Killer
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts.
InsightfulInk
The minimalist interface and intuitive settings make for an amazing user experience. This app is my travel companion – making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. A decent listen overall. The narration was clear, though some character voices sounded similar. The story was interesting but had moments where it dragged slightly. Still, it was a good way to pass the time.
Sick Saurus
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling. Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature! ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
Oblivion
Audiobooks have become a cherished part of my daily life, all thanks to this app. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing.
Tan Stallion
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content.
Fire Sass
Audiobooks have never been this immersive – this app transports me to different worlds. ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Firefly Caramel
The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. 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.
Miss Lucky
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like my personal audiobook oasis. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Snapple Whistler
With this app, reading is no longer a task – it's a delightful habit. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it! I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
Hella Fella
Finally, an app that turns my daily commute into an adventure through literature. Audiobooks have turned my mundane activities into opportunities for learning and enjoyment. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature!
Domino
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Shady Lady
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Spit Turanga
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. I'm hooked on this app's ability to turn any moment into a reading opportunity. 🔥 Adding a spark of excitement to my daily routine – this app is my secret weapon! ✨📖 No more fussing with synchronization – this app just gets it done!
Chuckles
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Midas
Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. Audiobook joy made simple – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. I can't believe how seamless the integration with Apple Watch is. My workouts just got better.
Pyscho Hun
The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration – it's like flipping through pages. Audiobooks have never been this accessible – this app is a true innovation. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
Rink Ruler
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats – it truly supports all my audio needs. This app has broadened my literary horizons, introducing me to new authors.
ByteBard
ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! I’ve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
RetroMirage
The statistics feature is a fantastic addition – knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Feral Cookie
I've been recommending this app to all my friends – it's a true game-changer. With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is a true delight. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app's thoughtful features, such as auto-rewind and chapter navigation, cater perfectly to our storytelling cravings. 🎉📚
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