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.
Demand Chopper
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment.
German Coach
π Say goodbye to boredom during long drives β this app makes road trips fly by! ππ Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app! I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits. The app is perfect for long commutes. It keeps me entertained for hours.
McDreamy
Simplifying audiobook adventures β this app's ease of use is a delight. 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.
Pink Stream
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Dr. WMD
I'm amazed at how this app has brought back the joy of reading into my daily routine β thank you! Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Blink
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Effortlessly exploring audiobook worlds β this app's functionality is genius. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Milan Call Back
π Elevating everyday moments β this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. πβ¨ ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Psycho Thinker
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. π Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! π±π Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ππ
Crazy Eights
I'm hooked on this app β it's like Netflix for book lovers! With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality.
Coffee
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. πΆββοΈπ This app's functionality makes every walk an adventure β I'm immersed in stories as I explore the world around me. ποΈπ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature enhances the audio quality to an impressive degree. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Bleach
I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls β it's a joy to navigate. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± Audiobook adventures simplified β this app's functionality is a revelation. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. It's like having virtual bookshelves!
Pigeon Woman
The app's design is sleek and modern β it's a pleasure to navigate. This app's compatibility with different devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app! This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Fadey
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature.
Tin Mutt
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling.
Easy Sweep
This app's convenience has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again. π Accessing my favorite authors and genres is a breeze with this app's user-friendly functionality. π±π§ With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. ππ§ Unlocking a world of literary wonders β this app's extensive format support and user-centric approach have rekindled my love for books. π±π
Foot-long Fry
ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use. 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.
Koi Diva
ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. β° Starting my mornings with inspiration β audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! βοΈπ§ ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Corny
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. ListenBook's versatility and user-friendly interface make it a must-have for audiobook lovers. πΆ Swapping background music for the soothing voices of narrators β audiobooks have become my soundtrack for daily life. π΅π 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.
Dahlia Bumble
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. Savoring captivating stories has become a breeze with this app's sleek design and convenient features. It's like having a personal reading assistant! π±π The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. ListenBook has completely transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. The chapter navigation is seamless, and the statistics feature is a fun way to track my listening progress. The app is stable, fast, and incredibly user-friendly. Five stars!
Fuzzy Rainbow
π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ« Say goodbye to monotony β this app's diverse format compatibility and intuitive controls have turned every moment into a thrilling audiobook experience. π±π The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
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