Book description
What will it take to create a more gender-balanced workplace?If you read nothing else on leadership and gender at work, read these 10 articles by experts in the field. We've combed through hundreds of articles in the Harvard Business Review archive and selected the most important ones to help you understand where gender equality is today--and how far we still have to go.This book will inspire you to: Better understand the path women must take to leadership Learn the root causes of the barriers that exist for women in the workplace Check your own gender biases and distinguish between confidence and competence in your colleagues Manage a more effective gender-diversity program Recognize the issues women face when speaking up about bias or harassment Help women reenter the workforce after taking time off--and create opportunities for them to reach their ambitions. This collection of articles includes Women and the Labyrinth of Leadership, by Alice H. Eagly and Linda L. Carli; Do Women Lack Ambition? by Anna Fels; Women Rising: The Unseen Barriers, by Herminia Ibarra, Robin Ely, and Deborah Kolb; Women and the Vision Thing, by Herminia Ibarra and Otilia Obodaru; The Power of Talk: Who Gets Heard and Why, by Deborah Tannen; The Memo Every Woman Keeps in Her Desk, by Kathleen Reardon; Why Diversity Programs Fail, by Frank Dobbin and Alexandra Kalev; Now What? by Joan C. Williams and Suzanne Lebsock; The Battle for Female Talent in Emerging Markets, by Sylvia Ann Hewlett and Ripa Rashid; Off-Ramps and On-Ramps: Keeping Talented Women on the Road to Success, by Sylvia Ann Hewlett and Carolyn Buck Luce; and Sheryl Sandberg: The HBR Interview, by Sheryl Sandberg and Adi Ignatius.
Jade Fox
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery β a win-win! Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ππ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Slinger
ListenBook's audio filters have transformed the way I experience audio content β it's a real game-changer. This app is a must-have for any book lover on the go β it's my daily companion. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app β it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
Silver Rose
As a visually impaired person, this app has opened up a new world of stories for me. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ« Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
EchoExplorer
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Twine X
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Freak
I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature is a time-saving convenience that I greatly appreciate.
Free Ham
π‘ Making house chores more enjoyable β audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. π π ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips.
Killah Goose
No more converting files β this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook. 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! This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Tacklebox
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Pocket Mazda
Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
B@d B0y
ListenBook's interface is sleek and user-friendly, making navigation a breeze. ListenBook's audio filters and controls have turned my listening into a personalized experience. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is truly impressive. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend! I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
Bambi Wings
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities.
Snake Eyes
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Poppin Loot
The narrator's voices are so soothing β a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. This app has transformed my screen time into valuable learning and entertainment. I can't believe how much I've learned and enjoyed through this app's audiobooks. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster.
Mr. Alien
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. πΆπ My new soundtrack? Audiobooks, of course! This app makes every day musical. π§πΆ I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
CloudFrenzy
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention.
Cooger
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way β through audiobooks! The absence of synchronization requirements on ListenBook is a breath of fresh air. π Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey β thank you, this app! β¨π ListenBook has breathed new life into my audiobook collection. I can't imagine using anything else. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Ladysmith
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. With this app, I've found a way to make long flights and road trips more enjoyable and enlightening. User-centric audiobook joy β this app's ease of use is a true marvel. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Fire Feline
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. π§ Carrying a world of literature in my headphones β this app's convenience is truly remarkable. ππ« Enhancing my daily routines β this app's design makes listening a joy.
Spunky Sphinx
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. I'm addicted to this app β it's like having a library in my pocket. This app has turned my mundane tasks into exciting opportunities for reading. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks.
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