Book description
Hi there, it's Michael, the author. You might know my previous book, The Coaching Habit. It was an unexpected bestseller: more than 700,000 copies sold so far, 1,000+ 5-star reviews on Amazon (my favourite: I have plodded through many books that wish they could be this book), a Wall Street Journal bestseller, and used by people and organizations around the world. So I've been sweating on the follow-up. The pressure! The anticipation! But here it is, and I think you're going to like it. If The Coaching Habit says, "here are the seven essential questions to be more coach-like," The Advice Trap is about getting to grips with how to actually change your behaviour so you stay curious a little bit longer. It sounds like it should be easy, but it's not. You have to tame your Advice Monster, that part of you that jumps in to offer up ideas, opinions, suggestions and advice. And it's taming your Advice Monster that's at the heart of this book. But there are also some specific coaching strategies, particularly on how to focus on what matters most. There are tools to make your conversations, coaching and otherwise, irresistible. There are even resources beyond the book itself, including a one-year, free leadership program from a 52-person faculty of cool, diverse, and provocative thinkers. In 2019, I was named the #1 Thought Leader in Coaching, and was short-listed for the coaching award by Thinkers50, the "Oscars of Management." My work's been featured in journals such as HBR, Fast Company, Forbes, and Inc., and my company, Box of Crayons, has trained more than 100,000 people just like you in the tools and mindset required for this essential leadership behaviour: being more coach-like. You'll get all of that wisdom and experience when you read The Advice Trap. I'm pretty sure you'll find it a great investment of your money and time. (And, by the way, thank you in advance for buying it. I'm thrilled to know the book is going out into the world.)
Delicious Cupid
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. I can't imagine a day without this app – it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy.
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Esquire
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ThoughtTrail
Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening.
Pigeon Woman
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. Download options are plenty – I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
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Moonflower
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Find It Girl
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Ozzie Treat
High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
Bleach
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Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently.
Po1son
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy my personal audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortlessly. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Pearl Girl
This app has rekindled my passion for storytelling in the most convenient way. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
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Noise Toy
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This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. 📱 Carrying my library in my pocket – this app makes every moment a reading opportunity! 📚👜 The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Liquid Science
ListenBook's audio filters and controls have revolutionized the way I enjoy my audio content. This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. 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!
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