Book description
"Full of revealing, instantly applicable ideas for leveraging your strengths and overcoming your weaknesses." --Adam Grant, author of Think Again and Originals, and host of the TED podcast WorkLife For many of us, listening is simply something we do on autopilot. We hear just enough of what others say to get our work done, maintain friendships, and be polite with our neighbors. But we miss crucial opportunities to go deeper--to give and receive honest feedback, to make connections that will endure for the long haul, and to discover who people truly are at their core. Fortunately, listening can be improved--and Ximena Vengoechea can show you how. In Listen Like You Mean It, she offers an essential listening guide for our times, revealing tried-and-true strategies honed in her own research sessions and drawn from interviews with marriage counselors, podcast hosts, life coaches, journalists, filmmakers, and other listening experts. Through Vengoechea's set of scripts, key questions, exercises, and illustrations, you'll learn to: - Quickly build rapport with strangers - Ask the right questions to deepen a conversation - Pause at the right time to encourage vulnerability - Navigate a conversation that's gone off the rails Now more than ever, we need to feel heard, connected, and understood in a world that keeps turning up the volume. Warm, funny, and immensely practical, this book shows you how.
Hoover Spark
ListenBook Pro takes my experience to the next level. Unlimited audiobook length, noise reduction, and voice tone adjustment? Count me in! ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch is seamless. I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks during commutes and workouts. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient!
Solitaire
Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's design is a true winner. ListenBook has become my go-to workout companion. It keeps me motivated and entertained. Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts.
Slinger
Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable – this app's design is a triumph. Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. No need for file conversion is a game-changer. Love using ListenBook on my iPhone. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Good William
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. Noise reduction on ListenBook enhances the clarity of dictaphone recordings, allowing me to enjoy content even in noisy environments. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. 📖📱
Silver Cup
Who needs traditional books when you have this app? It's a game-changer. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection.
Zorkle Sporkle
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. Looping playback and shuffle features keep my audiobook sessions engaging and fresh. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Prof. Smirk
Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile.
Winded On Friday
I never knew my daily walks could be so fulfilling – all thanks to this app. 📱 It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. 📚🔥 Kudos to the developers for creating an app that caters to audiobook lovers like me. From sleek design to functional features, it's a true gem. 💎📚 I love the cloud integration. I can access my books from anywhere.
Queen Ginger
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. It’s a fun feature.
EchoExplorer
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy! ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before.
Aqua Diva
ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
Lady Peach
Audiobooks have never been this accessible – this app is a true innovation. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
PixelPioneer
ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's functionality is remarkable. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Necessary Momentum
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a breeze to use. It's an intuitive experience. The interface is so clean and clutter-free. It’s a pleasure to use.
Bad Beh8vior
ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. I'm addicted to this app – it's like having a library in my pocket. The seamless integration with CarPlay adds convenience and entertainment during my daily commutes. I love the bookmarking feature. ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off. An unobjectionable but unexceptional audiobook experience. The narrator's performance was serviceable and the audio quality was fine, but nothing about the production particularly stood out or elevated the material. It was decent background listening.
Good-lookin’
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
The Howling Swede
This app is a game-changer for busy individuals who miss reading. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever.
Bom Crossed
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Scooby Did
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is impressive. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. ListenBook has changed the way I listen to audiobooks. The app is so easy to use.
Alley Cat
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. ⏰ Waking up to audiobooks – mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! ☀️🎧 🔥 Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears – audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. 🎵📖
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