Book description
Do you ever think you're the only one making any sense? Or tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? Or does your colleague's abrasive manner rub you the wrong way? You are not alone. After a disastrous meeting with a highly successful entrepreneur, who was genuinely convinced he was 'surrounded by idiots', communication expert and bestselling author, Thomas Erikson dedicated himself to understanding how people function and why we often struggle to connect with certain types of people. Surrounded by Idiots is an international phenomenon, selling over 1.5 million copies worldwide. It offers a simple, yet ground-breaking method for assessing the personalities of people we communicate with - in and out of the office - based on four personality types (Red, Blue, Green and Yellow), and provides insights into how we can adjust the way we speak and share information. Erikson will help you understand yourself better, hone communication and social skills, handle conflict with confidence, improve dynamics with your boss and team, and get the best out of the people you deal with and manage. He also shares simple tricks on body language, improving written communication, advice on when to back away or when to push on, and when to speak up or shut up. Packed with 'aha!' and 'oh no!' moments, Surrounded by Idiots will help you understand and communicate with those around you, even people you currently think are beyond all comprehension. And with a bit of luck you can also be confident that the idiot out there isn't you!
GoldTouch
ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal – unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information.
Vortex
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. I'm grateful for this app – it's made reading a part of my everyday life. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Darkside Hooker
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy. 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.
Suicide Crusher
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Moon Laser
From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. 📱🔊 Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams!
Sloth
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's a game-changer.
QuestQuill
I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze. Listening to audiobooks has never been this enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Sloth
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections.
Nueva Nova
I'm impressed by ListenBook's ability to extract artwork and metadata automatically. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is an innovative way to make each audiobook unique. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction is a lifesaver. I can hear clearly even in noisy environments. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Rink Ruler
This app has introduced me to genres I never thought I'd enjoy – it's eye-opening. 🚗 Long road trips? No problem – this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! 🚙📚
Noise Toy
ListenBook's features make it the ultimate audio companion for any audiobook enthusiast. Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. 🌌🎧 ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word.
Miss Nova
Download options are plenty – I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature. I'm loving it! I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. It’s so convenient. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Sassy Muffin
Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
CuriousCoder
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
ZenZone
ListenBook's commitment to enhancing the audiobook experience is evident in its thoughtful features and design. I love how this app fits seamlessly into my daily routine.
BuffFreak
🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖 The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch is a huge plus. This app has transformed my daily commute into a captivating journey of knowledge and entertainment. 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.
Morbid Angel
Say hello to audiobook nirvana! This app's user-friendly design and comprehensive features have made my reading routine smoother than ever. 🌌📚 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a unique touch that adds personalization to my audiobook journey. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
Scarlet Mary
This app is my secret weapon for staying entertained during mundane tasks. 🚶♀️🎧 Enjoying the great outdoors while immersing myself in fantastic tales – walking never felt this magical! 🏞️📚 Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears.
Willow Dragon
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
Domino
Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
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