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
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising β thanks to this app! ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. π₯ Audiobook enjoyment at the tap of a finger β this app's functionality is a testament to modern convenience. π±π
Sky Bully
ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work! Iβd listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience. Great for fans of this genre! The pacing, narration, and production quality were all excellent. It felt like a movie playing in my mind. Iβll be checking out more from this narrator for sure.
Nacho
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. This app has completely transformed my daily routine. I can't imagine my commute without it!
East Army
ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
NoiseCake
I'm impressed by the app's performance β it's stable, fast, and tailored for audiobook enthusiasts. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience.
Drop Stone
Listening to audiobooks has become my ultimate way to unwind after a long day. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my audiobook experience during daily activities. Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Crossing Guard
This app's library is a treasure trove β I'm always discovering new favorites. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Mt. Indiana
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. I'm hooked on this app's intuitive features β from chapters to playback controls. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition β knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
Atomic Blastoid
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Killer Grenade
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. Perfect for my daily walks. The story was engaging enough to keep me motivated to exercise but not so complex that I got lost in thought. Great production quality too.
HighBomber
With ListenBook, my audio content is organized, accessible, and ready to inspire me. π‘ Balancing learning and living effortlessly β audiobooks on demand, thanks to this app! π§π« Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's functionality is truly impressive. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read.
ByteBard
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Toe
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
MythMaker
I can't believe I waited this long to discover the joy of audiobooks through this app. πΆ Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! π΅π ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content.
Cujo
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. πΆπ Replacing melodies with literary symphonies β my ears are in love! π΅π ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me.
Nutmeg
Listening to books while doing chores? This app makes it possible! Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph.
FireBrang
This app has made audiobook listening an integral part of my daily routine β it's a habit I cherish. π Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. ππ βοΈ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! π§Ήπ° This was my first audiobook in this genre and I'm hooked! The performance brought the story to life in a way reading never could. Already downloaded another by the same narrator.
Darth 44
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. 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. ππ± ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
EchoEnigma
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Nutmeg
This app has rekindled my love for literature, and I'm spreading the word to everyone I know. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is remarkable. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are excellent additions. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
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