Book description
Good research is about asking more and better questions, and thinking critically about the answers. Done well, it will save your team time and money by reducing unknowns and creating a solid foundation to build the right thing, in the most effective way.Erika Hall distills her experience into a guidebook of trusted research methods you can implement right away, no matter what size team you're on or budget you're working with. Learn how to discover your competitive advantages, spot your own blind spots and biases, understand and harness your findings, and why you should never, ever hold a focus group. You'll start doing good research faster than you can plan your next pitch.WHAT'S NEW IN THE SECOND EDITION?While the mindset and methods of research haven't changed, our digital climate continues to evolve-from the siren song of Net Promoter Score to the latest social media experiment gone awry. The second edition of Just Enough Research features a brand-new chapter on surveys (chock full of math and centaurs!), as well as updated examples throughout, to continue guiding web professionals on the ethics and effects of research.THIS BOOK EXPLORES: Frameworks for designing a thorough research process for your product Approaches to gain alignment around shared goals through stakeholder interviews How to conduct and build best practices for effective user interviews How quickly run affordable tests to clarify big questions Essential and methods for gathering and assessing quantitative data
About the Author
Erika Hall has been a design consultant since the late twentieth century. She is the cofounder of Mule Design Studio and specializes in helping clients ask the hard questions and work better together to find the answers. Erika speaks and writes about topics that challenge the conventional wisdom of the field to encourage designers to think more deeply about the implications of their work. Her other book is Just Enough Research. She can be found far too often on Twitter as @mulegirl and cohosts the podcast Voice of Design. Erika likes dogs and bicycles.
Prometheus
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Poptart AK47
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ManManMan
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
CyberScribe
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Spunky Sphinx
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Wolf Tribune
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. The app's compatibility with CarPlay adds an extra layer of convenience, especially during road trips.
Mafia Princess
As a language enthusiast, this app has been a fantastic tool for learning new languages. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Whip 2T
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Yellow Menace
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Morbid Angel
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories.
Sneaky Lady
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Daisy Stick
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Feral Filly
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Red Hot Kevorkian
Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear. The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control.
Athena Star
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ π Drifting into dreamland with enchanting audiobooks β bedtime has become a gateway to imagination. ππ Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is truly impressive. Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. π±π
Riff Raff
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Beo
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Elektrik
The app's design is sleek and modern β it's a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience. ListenBookβs design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use. The app is so reliable. Iβve never had any issues with it.
Heavenly Connection
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app β it's like being in the story. This audiobook was an absolute pleasure to listen to! The narrator's voice was rich and expressive, perfectly capturing the tone of the material. I found myself completely immersed in the story, often sitting in my car longer than necessary just to hear what happened next. The production quality was excellent with clear audio throughout.
Frosty Sunshine
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. Audiobooks have turned my quiet moments into imaginative journeys β thank you, app! βοΈ A round of applause for an app that prioritizes functionality β I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and other tasks. ππ§
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