Book description
In this instant and tenacious New York Times bestseller, Nike founder and board chairman Phil Knight "offers a rare and revealing look at the notoriously media-shy man behind the swoosh" (Booklist, starred review), illuminating his company's early days as an intrepid start-up and its evolution into one of the world's most iconic, game-changing, and profitable brands. Bill Gates named Shoe Dog one of his five favorite books of 2016 and called it "an amazing tale, a refreshingly honest reminder of what the path to business success really looks like. It's a messy, perilous, and chaotic journey, riddled with mistakes, endless struggles, and sacrifice. Phil Knight opens up in ways few CEOs are willing to do." Fresh out of business school, Phil Knight borrowed fifty dollars from his father and launched a company with one simple mission: import high-quality, low-cost running shoes from Japan. Selling the shoes from the trunk of his car in 1963, Knight grossed eight thousand dollars that first year. Today, Nike's annual sales top $30 billion. In this age of start-ups, Knight's Nike is the gold standard, and its swoosh is one of the few icons instantly recognized in every corner of the world. But Knight, the man behind the swoosh, has always been a mystery. In Shoe Dog, he tells his story at last. At twenty-four, Knight decides that rather than work for a big corporation, he will create something all his own, new, dynamic, different. He details the many risks he encountered, the crushing setbacks, the ruthless competitors and hostile bankers--as well as his many thrilling triumphs. Above all, he recalls the relationships that formed the heart and soul of Nike, with his former track coach, the irascible and charismatic Bill Bowerman, and with his first employees, a ragtag group of misfits and savants who quickly became a band of swoosh-crazed brothers. Together, harnessing the electrifying power of a bold vision and a shared belief in the transformative power of sports, they created a brand--and a culture--that changed everything.
Lady Katniss
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Darling Peacock
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Grave Digger
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Knock Out Star
Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app. Downloading over WiFi is quick and efficient. Saves a lot of time.
MicroStar
Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences. The audio quality is excellent, and the interface is intuitive. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Crumb Cake
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Engine Eye
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Z-Boy
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Seal Snake
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Married Man
ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Sexual Chocolate
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. User-friendly audiobook experience β this app's design is a standout. Audiobook multitasking made easy β this app's functionality is a marvel. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
VPR
ListenBook has completely changed my audiobook experience β it's like having a personal audio library. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the joy of storytelling.
Red Pepper
This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. π This app has ignited my passion for reading β I can't get enough of its convenience! ππ₯ 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 range of audio formats supported is incredible. No need to worry about file conversion. Noise reduction is magic. I can finally enjoy dictaphone recordings without discomfort.
Taffy Duchess
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101
ListenBook's customizable features, from playback speed to audio filters, cater to every audiobook lover's preferences. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized.
Acid Queen
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist.
Sandbox
Audiobooks have never been this immersive β this app transports me to different worlds. This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable.
Iron Butterfly
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Sleepwalker
ListenBook has turned my daily routines into audiobook-driven journeys of imagination. This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. π± Turning my phone into a portal of endless stories β this app is pure magic! πβ¨ Tone adjustment is a thoughtful addition that adds a personal touch to the audiobook narration. It's like having a narrator tailor their voice to my preferences.
WittyWordsmith
I've started a book club with my friends, and this app has been our go-to source for titles. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a huge plus during long drives.
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