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.
Barbera Shift
Seamless integration with all my devices and flawless synchronization β top-notch. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys.
Mr. Thanksgiving
πββοΈπ Combining exercise and exploration β audiobooks make my runs more exciting! πββοΈπ§ With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
ManMaker
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. This app has made my workouts and chores so much more enjoyable.
Alpha
Mastering audiobook navigation β this app's ease of use is commendable. The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access.
Rooster
The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Tangerine
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings.
Baby Brown
ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is truly impressive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Feral Cookie
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. I can't believe how easily this app has fit into my daily routine. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is top-notch. Apple Watch compatibility enhances my audiobook experience. It's a convenient way to control playback.
Canary Apple Red
I'm amazed by ListenBook's smooth drag-and-drop downloads in my web browser β a time-saver! I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature! Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Magenta
Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a winner. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves!
Mt. Indiana
ListenBook's basic audio filters enhance my listening experience and make it uniquely mine. I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions.
Moon Radar
This app's convenience and ease of use have transformed my screen time into productive learning sessions. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook! The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
High Kingdom Warrior
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences.
Cooger
I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app β it's like being in the story. π‘ Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house β it's like having a helper! π π Effortlessly switching between stories β this app's ease of use is impressive.
Green Ghost
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. The user-friendly interface and precise controls make listening to audiobooks an absolute delight.
Ice
This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine β it's a habit I cherish. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice.
FlyGuardX
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. ListenBook's versatile features have made my audiobook experience more enjoyable than ever. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient.
Delirium
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. Audiobooks made delightful β this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
The Flying Mouse
I can't imagine my daily activities without this app β it's my go-to for staying informed and entertained. ListenBook's player features, like chapters and bookmarks, make it a versatile tool for any listener. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature! Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that enhances the immersion in the content.
Venious
π§ββοΈβ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! π΅π The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
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