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
Hyper Kong
π Adding an extra layer of delight to cooking β this app turns meal prep into a culinary adventure with its audiobooks! π²π Iβve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Tacklebox
From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing various audio formats has turned my daily activities into enriching listening sessions. What a game-changer! ππ The user-friendly interface and smooth navigation make this app a pleasure to use daily.
Midas
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. I'm impressed by how this app seamlessly syncs across my devices. ListenBook has truly transformed my audiobook experience. The sleek interface, extensive format support, and easy downloading options make it my go-to app! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. It's like getting a clear, immersive listening experience. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy.
Pompeii Unicorn
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Audiobooks on this app have made me look forward to my long commutes.
Hoboken Nightingale
π§ This app is my saving grace! Now I can enjoy my beloved books while cooking up a storm! ππ³ Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win. Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. ππ I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Daffy Girl
Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Easy Street
ListenBook has become an indispensable part of my daily routine β it's my ultimate audio companion. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. 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.
Toy Peep
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy.
Nice Gnome
With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. The app's performance is nothing short of impressive β smooth, responsive, and designed with audiobook lovers in mind. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Purity Catnip
The captivating narrators make each story come alive in a unique way. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is impressive. I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use!
Teeder
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go β kudos to this app's functionality. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is such a fun way to spread joy.
Zesty Dragon
π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§ The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
GiddeeUP
Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
MysticMingle
This app is a blessing for those with busy schedules β it's like time travel through stories. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks.
ForumFlare
I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design and user-friendly interface. ListenBook has changed my audiobook game forever. No more format woes! 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.
Freaky Ratbuster
The 'Continue Listening' feature ensures I never lose my place, no matter where I am. It's like having a personal library that fits in my pocket β truly amazing! I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. πΆββοΈπ§ Walking has never been this productive β exploring new worlds while I exercise! ποΈπ« πΌ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background β love it! π»π§
Swampmasher
Audiobooks have become my go-to entertainment, and this app is the reason. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. 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!
Lightening Trip
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination.
Sleepwalker
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. πΆ Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! π΅π Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! ππ§ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative touch that adds a layer of personalization.
Troublemasher
The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
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