Book description
Built To Last, the defining management study of the nineties, showed how great companies triumph over time and how long-term sustained performance can be engineered into the DNA of an enterprise from the very beginning. But what about companies that are not born with great DNA? How can good companies, mediocre companies, even bad companies achieve enduring greatness? Are there those that convert long-term mediocrity or worse into long-term superiority? If so, what are the distinguishing characteristics that cause a company to go from good to great?Over five years, Jim Collins and his research team have analyzed the histories of 28 companies, discovering why some companies make the leap and others don't. The findings include:Level 5 Leadership: A surprising style, required for greatness.The Hedgehog Concept: Finding your three circles, to transcend the curse of competence.A Culture of Discipline: The alchemy of great results.Technology Accelerators: How good-to-great companies think differently about technology.The Flywheel and the Doom Loop: Why those who do frequent restructuring fail to make the leap.
Juno Cream
This app has transformed my long flights into productive and enjoyable experiences. ListenBook Pro offers amazing value with unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction features. π± Carrying my library in my pocket β this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! ππ ListenBookβs CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Sloth
With this app, I can devour books like never before β it's incredibly efficient. π₯ Streamlined functionality that's music to my ears β audiobook enjoyment has reached a new level of convenience. π΅π Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
Old Orange Eyes
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. πΆ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! πΆπ Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my audiobook library look neat and professional. 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!
Kingfisher
The app is perfect for long flights. It keeps me entertained the whole time. Good for background listening. I didnβt get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narratorβs voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Copilot
Audiobooks have become my companions during daily chores, making them enjoyable. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Fire Sass
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 β it shows their dedication to excellence. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring!
WanderWord
Bookmarks are a fantastic tool for keeping track of important moments. They're a game-changer. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldnβt stop listening.
Mr. Peppermint
π©βπ³ Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales β cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! π³π§ This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
Moxie
I can't believe how much I've 'read' since I started using this app. ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§ The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist!
Mr. Alien
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life.
Queen Bee
I can't believe how easy it is to discover new titles and genres. Pure delight! As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
Sun Washer
The app's stability is impressive β it runs smoothly without any glitches. πΆββοΈπ Exploring stories as I stroll β audiobooks have turned my walks into inspiring journeys of imagination. ποΈπ§ The interface is sleek and modern. Itβs a joy to use.
Easy Street
ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Burn
I've been recommending this app to all my friends β it's a true game-changer. π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment are simply amazing. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce fatigue. Incredible character voices! Each person felt distinct without being over-the-top. The emotional scenes gave me chills with how well they were delivered.
BlacKitten
This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. Effortlessly exploring new worlds β this app's design is user-centric and efficient. Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. Drag and drop downloads are genius. It simplifies the entire process. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Martini Flower
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. This is exactly what I look for in an audiobook! The narrator's pleasant voice and excellent diction made even complex passages easy to follow. I appreciated the subtle but effective use of pauses and emphasis that added depth to the listening experience. Finished it in record time because I couldn't stop listening.
Friday Fox
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams!
Stallion Patton
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences.
Ladybird
ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care.
ThoughtTraveler
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. ππ± The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve 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!
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