Book description
Are you above average? Is your child an A student? Is your employee an introvert or an extrovert? Every day we are measured against the yardstick of averages, judged according to how closely we come to it or how far we deviate from it.The assumption that metrics comparing us to an average—like GPAs, personality test results, and performance review ratings—reveal something meaningful about our potential is so ingrained in our consciousness that we don’t even question it. That assumption, says Harvard’s Todd Rose, is spectacularly—and scientifically—wrong.In The End of Average, Rose, a rising star in the new field of the science of the individual shows that no one is average. Not you. Not your kids. Not your employees. This isn’t hollow sloganeering—it’s a mathematical fact with enormous practical consequences. But while we know people learn and develop in distinctive ways, these unique patterns of behaviors are lost in our schools and businesses which have been designed around the mythical “average person.” This average-size-fits-all model ignores our differences and fails at recognizing talent. It’s time to change it.Weaving science, history, and his personal experiences as a high school dropout, Rose offers a powerful alternative to understanding individuals through averages: the three principles of individuality. The jaggedness principle (talent is always jagged), the context principle (traits are a myth), and the pathways principle (we all walk the road less traveled) help us understand our true uniqueness—and that of others—and how to take full advantage of individuality to gain an edge in life.Read this powerful manifesto in the ranks of Drive, Quiet, and Mindset—and you won’t see averages or talent in the same way again.
Mule Skinner
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Pistol Hydro
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Cross Thread
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Iron Butterfly
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Toe
The ListenBook app is a must-have for anyone who loves to learn and be entertained through audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Solid performance, but not outstanding. The narrator did a fine job, though their tone was a bit monotonous at times. The story itself was engaging enough, but I wouldn’t call it unforgettable.
Cujo
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Chameleon
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GuTzd
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. ListenBook's dedication to excellence is evident in its well-designed interface, smooth playback, and powerful features. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly – this app's design is top-notch. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story!
Easy Mac
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Referee
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its user-friendly interface and smooth playback. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Acetic Princess
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. ListenBook's support for a variety of download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. I love how this app makes my daily commute a journey through literature. ListenBook’s CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless experience.
Tokyo Dream
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
Impulse
Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers.
LerveDr
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Slow Trot
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Delicious
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. Automatic metadata retrieval is a neat touch. My library is well-organized. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection.
SpellTansy
This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. I never thought I'd find an app that supports such a wide range of audiobook formats. ListenBook is a true gem!
Psycho Thinker
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Skirble
Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. 📚🔊 The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
42nd Street
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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