Book description
The trusted management classic and go to guide for anyone facing new responsibilities as a first time manager.Learn to conquer every challenge like a pro with the clear, candid advice in The First-Time Manager. For nearly four decades, this trusted guide has brought newcomers up to speed on the nitty gritty realities of managing people.The updated seventh edition delivers new information that helps you manage across generations, use online performance appraisal tools, persuade with stories, oversee remote employees, build a team dynamic, match a boss's style, and more.The jump from star employee to new manager is bigger than most people realize -- with opportunities to fail at every step. Stumbling your way through isn't an option.In The First-Time Manager, you will learn skills including: leading meetings, hiring employees, motivating others, actively listening, staying calm under pressure, overcoming resistance and much more. With little experience or training, a coveted promotion can become a trial by fire. No one needs that. Turn to the book that thousands have relied on to hit the ground running.
Prez Dog
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Crazy Rox
ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. 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. π±π Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart. Great app for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful! The import process is seamless. I had no trouble adding my audiobooks.
Milan Call Back
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Light Despair
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Cosmo
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Soda Delirium
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Preach Man
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RZRWRE
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Easy Street
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. ListenBook has enriched my life with a world of captivating stories and knowledge. It's not just an app; it's a portal to endless possibilities.
Gamer Bean
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to connect with fellow book lovers. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
CuriousCrafter
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Skirble
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Versace-Cat
The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library. Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. Binaural audio processing is amazing. Reduced my listening fatigue significantly.
StarZen
I've been able to tackle my reading list like never before, thanks to this app. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. ListenBook has become my trusted companion. It's my go-to app for expanding my knowledge and enjoyment.
Sir Shark
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Trash Sling
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Digital Equinox
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Sloth
ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats means I can listen to all my favorite content without worries. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook!
Trigger Warming
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed.
Stone Boomstick
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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