Book description
"A nicely balanced personal and practical book of corporate reflections and hard-won business lessons." --Kirkus Reviews What is it really like to be an entrepreneur? After nearly fifty years of building a successful media company, founder of American all-sports radio Jeff Smulyan shares with candor and humor just how many bitter failures come with each great victory along the way. For founder and CEO of Emmis Communications Jeff Smulyan, the path to success has been anything but straightforward. When you've owned a Major League Baseball team, started America's first all sports radio station, created the world's two largest hip hop radio stations and managed everyone from David Letterman to Ken Griffey Jr. and Don Imus and even been nationalized by an ally of Vladimir Putin, you've seen the rollercoaster ride of an entrepreneur from every side. Aspiring entrepreneurs, radio and media industry insiders, and avid sports fans alike will appreciate Smulyan's honesty as he shares the countless lessons he's learned from decades of entrepreneurship. Smulyan offers readers priceless insight into navigating the twists and turns of growing a business and teaches how to build a culture based on both trust and humor--the essential keys to surviving almost anything. Never Ride a Rollercoaster Upside Down details Smulyan's journey: from taking over his cousin's failing country music radio station and founding his own company, to purchasing and then selling ownership of the Seattle Mariners and guiding his company through the Golden Age of Radio. Alongside his humorous, eventful, and dramatic stories, Smulyan presents valuable pointers and tips--for anyone else brave enough to try their own hand at starting a business. The journey to booming business is a rollercoaster. Learn from someone who has experienced all the ups and downs--and knows that what's most important is to hold on while keeping your sense of humor intact.
Devil Blade
ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Sharing audiobooks with friends is so easy with AirDrop. It's a great way to spread happiness. The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits. I’ve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Whipsaw
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by! Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Spontan8ty
This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Manly
With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. Streamlined audiobook integration – this app's usability is impressive.
Parallax Sugar
With ListenBook, I can now enjoy my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. 🚶♀️🎧 Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales – walking never felt this magical! 🏞️📚
MysticMingle
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories.
Sleek Zelda
No more hassle with converting files – ListenBook supports a wide range of formats for a seamless listening experience. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Mammoth 2
🎉 This app has ignited my passion for reading – I can't get enough of its convenience! 📚🔥 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
ThoughtTracer
ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized.
Cream
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. Noise reduction feature is magic. Now I can listen to recordings even in noisy settings.
IceDog
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience.
MicroStar
I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. 🧘♂️ Finding zen through storytelling – this app makes meditation even more calming. 🧘♂️🎧 ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks.
Helmet Destroyer
This app's seamless integration with CarPlay and other devices has revolutionized my audiobook experience. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The sleek and user-friendly interface makes navigating the app a breeze. It's a pleasure to use.
Taz Ringer
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances my audiobook experience, ensuring I catch every detail. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze.
QuantumQuill
This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits – truly impressive. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊 Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique touch – it's like having a personalized reading. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
DeathDancer
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
ThoughtTracer
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise.
Frosty Squid
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. 🧘♀️☕ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories – the ultimate way to unwind! 🍵📖
DuckDuck
Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚
Shadow Gal
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read.
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