Book description
Instant Wall Street Journal Bestseller! Congratulations, you're a manager! After you pop the champagne, accept the shiny new title, and step into this thrilling next chapter of your career, the truth descends like a fog: you don't really know what you're doing. That's exactly how Julie Zhuo felt when she became a rookie manager at the age of 25. She stared at a long list of logistics--from hiring to firing, from meeting to messaging, from planning to pitching--and faced a thousand questions and uncertainties. How was she supposed to spin teamwork into value? How could she be a good steward of her reports' careers? What was the secret to leading with confidence in new and unexpected situations? Now, having managed dozens of teams spanning tens to hundreds of people, Julie knows the most important lesson of all: great managers are made, not born. If you care enough to be reading this, then you care enough to be a great manager. The Making of a Manager is a modern field guide packed everyday examples and transformative insights, including: * How to tell a great manager from an average manager (illustrations included) * When you should look past an awkward interview and hire someone anyway * How to build trust with your reports through not being a boss * Where to look when you lose faith and lack the answers Whether you're new to the job, a veteran leader, or looking to be promoted, this is the handbook you need to be the kind of manager you wish you had.
Wooden Man
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Cuff Queen
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ReiGnZ
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Fuzzy Claws
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Wanted Candy
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Twisty Dew
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic. With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education β it's brilliant! My audiobook collection has never looked better. Thank you, ListenBook! CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Goatee Shield
The bookmark feature is a lifesaver β no more losing my place in the story! With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening.
Hyper Kong
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that my audiobook collection is always accessible. ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge.
SpellTansy
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WanderWord
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability.
Mad Jack
I've become the go-to storyteller at bedtime with the help of this magical app. I've never been so excited about my daily commute β thanks to this app. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a true winner. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
ByteBard
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Nightmare King
No more straining my eyes to read β now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. I can't get enough of this app's convenience β it has transformed my audiobook journey into a joyous experience.
WittyWordsmith
The narrators' voices on this app are so soothing β it's my relaxation therapy. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. π Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures β audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! ππ Automatic artwork and metadata extraction keep my audiobook library organized and visually appealing.
xSTORMx
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options are essential for my audiobook enjoyment and study.
Jigsaw
This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again. πΌ Merging work and pleasure β audiobooks keep me company during house admin tasks! π»π§ Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch.
NemesisX
Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle β this app's design is a win. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Bliss
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. I can't get enough of this app's versatile features β from playback speed to bookmarking, it's all there. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
Toy Dogwatch
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my audiobook library.
Athena Star
Unparalleled support for CarPlay and Apple Watch means I can take my audiobooks anywhere, anytime. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ The auto-rewind feature is a small detail that has a big impact on my listening experience. I love it! Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch.
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