Book description
"Piercingly frank, funny, gorgeous, vulnerable, and ultimately really damn helpful."-- Julie Lythcott-Haims, New York Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult How to Begin is for you if...You're ambitious, but feel you've never been given full permission to find and strive for what's possible for you. You've achieved things in your career, and it's now time to "climb the second mountain" and think about legacy. You're unhappy with how the world is working right now, and you want to change your part of it for the better. You're a coach, and you want to support your clients to be great and do great things. You're at the start of your adult life, and you're fired up to live a life of meaning and impact. You're ready to begin, and to start doing something that matters. We unlock our greatness by working on the hard things.With The Coaching Habit, Michael Bungay Stanier wrote the bestselling coaching book of the century. With The Advice Trap, he showed you how to tame your Advice Monster. Now, he's here to help you reclaim your ambition, figure out what you should do that matters... and begin. This is your practical guide to finding the focus and courage to set a Worthy Goal: one that lights you up, compels you to grow, and serves a bigger game by being thrilling, important, and daunting. With Michael's trademark humor, compassion, and laser-focused clarity, you'll walk through a tested process to: - find and strengthen your Worthy Goal to the very best it can be;- get absolutely clear on your commitment so you know what you're up for;- develop the resources to cross the threshold, so you don't have to travel alone;- build momentum, progress, and impact. Don't regret a life half-lived. Use this book to start doing something that matters. * "Piercingly frank, funny, gorgeous, vulnerable, and ultimately really damn helpful." -- Julie Lythcott-Haims, New York Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult "Of particular appeal for those of us who instinctively recoil from self-help woo-woo and just want to get on with doing Great Work that leaves the world a bit better than we found it." -- Courtney Hohne, chief storyteller for Moonshots, X (formerly Google X) "A friendly voice and a guiding hand." -- Austin Kleon, New York Times bestselling author of Steal Like an Artist "Eminently practical, clever, delightful, and beautifully rendered--a non-fiction Where the Wild Things Are for adult dreamers and doers." -- Whitney Johnson, bestselling author of Smart Growth and Disrupt Yourself "I loved this book, and that's coming from a gal who's never been big on goals." -- Liz Wiseman, New York Times bestselling author of Impact Players and Multipliers "Powerful, magical, and compelling. We don't need more time, we simply need to decide." -- Seth Godin, author, The Practice
Good William
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and precise controls make it a joy to use every day. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
InsightfulInk
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Grave Scuttlebutt
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Dredd
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Night Magnet
Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. I've recommended this app to all my fellow audiobook enthusiasts. It's a game-changer! I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless.
BloodEater
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xFRST
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Petite Beauty
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Granola Dove
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Dark Horse
Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences β a thoughtful feature. Audiobooks have never been this immersive β this app transports me to different worlds. I'm addicted to this app β it's like having a library in my pocket. Accessing my favorite audiobooks has never been easier β this app's user-centric design and comprehensive features make it an absolute gem. π±π§ With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic!
Sassy Muffin
This app's features, from bookmarking to customizable playback speed, are fantastic. Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's design is a reader's dream. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion.
Twisty Freesia
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go β kudos to this app's functionality. ListenBookβs audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Sweet Bacon
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal storyteller in my pocket. πββοΈπ Running through chapters, literally! This app keeps me motivated on the track. πββοΈπ Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
Twinkle
Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
Wiccan Thunder
This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
Innocent Ghost
The drag-and-drop download feature on ListenBook is incredibly convenient β no more complicated processes. Savoring stories has never been this smooth β this app's functionality is genius. ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Green Scavenger
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. π Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores β pure joy! ππ The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
Kawaii Red
This app has transformed my daily walks into exciting literary adventures. I've become addicted to this app β in the best possible way! ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audio needs are met. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
57 Pixels
ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Freeway
Navigating through chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's easy to jump to specific sections. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
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