Book description
Have you dedicated your working life to climbing the corporate ladder, only to discover years later that your work has become unsatisfying and unfulfilling? Would you like to do something about it? Jess Annison is here to give you the tools to turn your mid-career crisis into a rewarding and meaningful work-life.Mid-career crises are on the rise. It's no wonder: working lives are getting longer, 'jobs for life' are a thing of the past, and there's more opportunity than ever before to change role, companies or careers. As a result, more people are questioning whether their work is truly serving them - in emotional, spiritual, and practical terms.Yet mid-career crises can also become the springboard to finding greater meaningfulness at work, resulting in huge psychological and performance benefits. In Smart Careers, Jess Annison shows you how to craft your career by designing and sustaining a work life that is deeply satisfying and fulfilling.This accessible and hands-on guide deals with the deepest questions of meaning and purpose, and how they impact both what we do and how we work. Once you understand your personal sources of meaning at work, you can make changes that boost and amplify those experiences, from small day-to-day tweaks to a complete career change, and everything in between.Smart Careers includes:· A simple framework to help you find more meaning at work, whatever your starting point and aspirations;· Real-life stories and evidence-based insights from positive psychology and career development science; and· Practical exercises to guide you through your career crafting journey.
Lounge Master
The narrator's voices are so soothing – a perfect way to unwind after a stressful day. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. This app is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The ability to adjust skip intervals and playback speed is fantastic. I also love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Worth every penny!
Phoenix Sparrow
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. I’m blown away by how feature-rich ListenBook is. From the customizable themes to the car mode, everything is designed with the user in mind. The app works flawlessly, and I’ve had zero issues with crashes or bugs. Highly recommend!
Nutmeg
ListenBook is a game-changer! Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my favorite audio files with ease. 🏃♀️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – audiobooks make my runs more exciting! 🏃♀️🎧 ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. ListenBook has redefined how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an essential tool for my literary pursuits. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information.
Skirble
My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
Bug Blitz
🏃♀️📖 Running with purpose – this app keeps my mind engaged as I conquer my fitness goals! 🏃♀️📚 The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that makes a big difference. It enhances my listening experience. 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!
LoreLoomer
I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just right—not too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
Bones
ListenBook's player features, including chapters and bookmarks, are invaluable for a seamless experience. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Fire Sass
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising – thanks to this app! The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits.
Blistered Outlaw
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's functionality is a standout. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Y0dler
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. Audiobooks have never been this engaging – this app takes them to the next level. The app's versatility in downloading audio is impressive. It streamlines the process and saves time.
Pluto
🎙️ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! 🚶♀️📖 Binaural audio processing reduces fatigue during long listening sessions. A fantastic feature! The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time.
Breadmaker
The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Great job, developers!
Canary Apple Red
💡 This app is a brilliant way to squeeze in reading time amidst my busy schedule! 📱👩🍳 Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner.
Flyswat Briggs
I can't get enough of the celebrity narrators – they add a unique charm to each book. This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. With this app, I'm rediscovering the joy of reading in the most convenient way.
Scarlet Mary
This app is a true gift for book lovers – it's like having a personal library wherever I go. This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use. Looping playback is an invaluable tool for my study sessions. It helps me grasp complex concepts.
Muzish
Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. 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!
FireBerry
The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now! I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute. 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.
Sun Washer
I'm able to enjoy books in a whole new way – while cooking, working out, or even gardening. I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my constant companion for literary adventures. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Dewdrop Doll
I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. 🎉🎧 ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Slug-em-dog
Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. ListenBook’s support for Apple Watch is a great touch. I can control my audiobooks on the go.
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