Book description
Ever wonder why the "loud" people at work get noticed, rewarded, and promoted? Do you worry that you need to be loud to succeed at work, too? When Jessica Chen entered the workforce, she felt like everything she had been taught growing up in a Quiet Culture household--where deference, humility, harmony, and dogged hard work were praised--failed to set her up for success in the "real world." Her ingrained values were in direct contrast with what was actually needed to stand out in a Loud Culture workplace. The result? Feeling underappreciated, passed over for opportunities and promotions, and completely stuck. Building on the lessons she learned as an award-winning TV news journalist, Chen--who now speaks at Fortune 100 companies and whose LinkedIn Learning courses have been watched by over 2 million people--introduces a new way of getting noticed at work, without being loud, aggressive, or boastful. In Smart, Not Loud, Chen teaches readers how they can look within, to the values they already hold, to more effectively show up. Through instructive anecdotes and research-backed principles, readers will learn to: speak up at meetings using the 4A Sequence (active listening, acknowledging, anchoring, and answering); advocate for themselves with tact; build strategic relationships to enhance credibility and get picked for the best projects; and master the five elements of voice--pitch, rate, intensity, inflection, and quality--to be the kind of communicator others want to listen to. Packed with actionable tips, Smart, Not Loud unveils a new path to getting noticed and getting ahead at work. This is the road map readers need to authentically show up in the workplace and truly feel seen.
About the Author
Jessica Chen is an Emmy Award winner, top keynote speaker, and CEO of Soulcast Media, a global business communication training agency. Her client list includes Google, LinkedIn, the CDC, Medtronic, Mattel, HP, DraftKings, and many more. Prior to starting Soulcast Media, Chen was a broadcast television journalist. She is also an internationally recognized top LinkedIn Learning instructor and has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, and Entrepreneur. She lives in Los Angeles.
Gas Man
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Thrasher
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Judge
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Winter Underdog
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Stickers
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Shadow Chaser
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Knight Light
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MysticMingle
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Wild Tesla
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Bat Magenta
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Fatsy Bear
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Coma Stalk
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K-9
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Freak
The narrator's voice in some audiobooks is so soothing, it's like a spa for the ears. ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. π Unlocking the door to imagination β this app is my key to endless stories and endless possibilities. ππ An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Voodoo Queen
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Mr. Wholesome
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Texas Butterfly
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. The ListenBook app has become an indispensable part of my daily routine, helping me learn and relax simultaneously.
Marigold Loot
The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks!
Mr. 44
This app is like having a personal library with me wherever I go. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. I can't get enough of this app β it's like having a personal library with me. π§ββοΈ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks β mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. π§ββοΈπ§ Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams!
The Howling Swede
Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
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