Book description
Ever feel like you're drowning in to-do lists while your phone buzzes with "urgent" cat videos? Enter The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People-the audiobook that's been quietly saving lives since, well, basically forever. Seriously, 40 million copies sold? That's more than your grandma's knitting needles. And it's not just for CEOs or presidents (though, sure, they probably listen while sipping artisanal coffee). This 30th-anniversary edition, with Sean Covey's fresh takes, is like getting a hug from a wise, slightly bossy friend who actually knows how to organize your chaos.
Picture this: You're stuck in traffic, stressed about a deadline, and instead of screaming into the steering wheel, you hit play. Covey's voice-calm, steady, the kind that makes you feel like you're at a really good therapy session with a guy who owns a Swiss watch-guides you through habits like "Be Proactive" (stop blaming your coffee machine for your bad day) and "Sharpen the Saw" (yes, it means literally sharpening your saw. Or your phone. Or your patience. We're not judging). Sean's updates? Gold. He's basically whispering, "Hey, your 'Begin with the End in Mind' now includes 'and don't forget to text your mom back.'"
The magic? It's not some flashy, overhyped scheme. It's just... smart. Covey's principles-like "Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood"-hit you like a warm, fuzzy truth bomb. You'll nod along, muttering, "Oh. That's why my boss was yelling about the spreadsheet." And the best part? You can listen while folding laundry, walking the dog, or pretending to be productive at your desk. (No judgment. We've all been there.)
It's the kind of book that's so woven into modern life, you'll hear it in every Zoom meeting ("Let's synergize!") and feel weirdly enlightened when your kid says, "Mom, I'm putting first things first!" (Spoiler: It was probably homework, not the TikTok you were doomscrolling.)
So yeah, it's a classic. But this audiobook? It's your new go-to for when life feels like a spreadsheet with no formatting. You'll finish it feeling like you've unlocked a secret level in adulthood. And honestly? After three decades, it's still the only book that makes "Be Proactive" sound less like a chore and more like, "Oh, I can actually do this." Plus, Sean's updates? They're like the book's cooler, younger cousin who finally gets memes. You'll want to share it with your coffee-stained, slightly overwhelmed self. And maybe your dog. (He's been practicing Habit 4: Think Win/Win. He gets extra treats. It's working.)
BlackExcalibur
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Roadspike
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The China Wall
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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