Book description
Develop the mindset and presence to successfully manage others for the first time.If you read nothing else on becoming a new manager, read these 10 articles. We've combed through hundreds of Harvard Business Review articles and selected the most important ones to help you transition from being an outstanding individual contributor to becoming a great manager of others.This book will inspire you to: Develop your emotional intelligence Influence your colleagues through the science of persuasion Assess your team and enhance its performance Network effectively to achieve business goals and for personal advancement Navigate relationships with employees, bosses, and peers Get support from above View the big picture in your decision making Balance your team's work and personal life in a high-intensity workplace This collection of articles includes "Becoming the Boss," by Linda A. Hill; "Leading the Team You Inherit," by Michael D. Watkins; "Saving Your Rookie Managers from Themselves," by Carol A. Walker; "Managing the High-Intensity Workplace," by Erin Reid and Lakshmi Ramarajan; "Harnessing the Science of Persuasion," Robert B. Cialdini; "What Makes a Leader?" by Daniel Goleman; "The Authenticity Paradox," by Herminia Ibarra; "Managing Your Boss," by John J. Gabarro and John P. Kotter; "How Leaders Create and Use Networks," by Herminia Ibarra and Mark Lee Hunter; "Management Time: Who's Got the Monkey?" by William Oncken, Jr., and Donald L. Wass; and BONUS ARTICLE: "How Managers Become Leaders," by Michael D. Watkins.
Lady Killer
This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. Effortlessly exploring new worlds – this app's design is user-centric and efficient.
Amphibi-Dangerous
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. 👩🍳 Cooking up a storm while enjoying thrilling stories – this app adds flavor to my meals! 🍳🎧 ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly.
Trash
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Twitch
Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability. I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions.
Pepper Mouse
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Sleek Assassin
Finally, an app that caters to audiobook enthusiasts like me. The diverse format support and user-friendly design are a game-changer. 📱🔊 CarPlay compatibility is a fantastic addition. It enhances my driving experience with seamless audiobook integration. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
NecroBull
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide.
Wanted Candy
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Criss Cross
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HolyCombo
I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
Flotsams54
ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. 🌟 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's user-friendly design ensures I'm always in sync with my favorite stories. 📚✨
Squatch
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. The statistics tracking feature is a gem. I'm surprised by how much time I spend on audiobooks! Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Firedog
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. I can't get enough of this app's versatile features – from playback speed to bookmarking, it's all there. 🚶♀️🎧 Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales – walking never felt this magical! 🏞️📚 Great for listening to a variety of content. Highly recommend!
Bruh
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library – this app's design is a triumph. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook curator, allowing me to enjoy my favorite speeches and lectures with unmatched comfort and convenience. This app is like a personal audiobook concierge! The ability to download and organize audio files effortlessly is a game-changer for my reading routine. 📱📖 ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection.
Swedish Pixie
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Sugar Apple
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. ListenBook's intuitive controls and features have made it my preferred choice for audiobooks. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me.
Guncap Slingbad
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Winter Bite
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience – it's like having a personal audio library. ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to create curated listening experiences for different moods and settings. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Guillotine Trigger
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. 🎧 Carrying a world of literature in my headphones – this app's convenience is truly remarkable. 📚💫 With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use.
Bad Bond
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. Playback speed and volume controls are top-notch. Highly recommend.
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