Book description
For decades, leaders have relied on hard skills to make smart decisions, while dismissing the importance of emotional intelligence. Soft skills, like self-awareness and curiosity, aren't quantifiable; they can't be measured on a spreadsheet and aren't taught in B-schools or emphasized in institutions. We've been taught that emotional intelligence is a "nice to have" in business, not a requirement. But soft skills can actually accelerate business success, Gary Vaynerchuk argues. For analytical minds, it's challenging to understand how to get better at being self-aware, curious, or empathetic-or even why it's important to try. In this wise and practical book, Gary explores the twelve human ingredients that have led to his success and happiness and provides exercises to help you develop these traits yourself. He also shares what the "half" is-that emotional component of leadership he's weakest in and makes the most effort to improve. Working through the ideas and exercises in the book, he teaches you how to discover your own halves and offers insight on how to strengthen them. Gary's secret to success is using these twelve traits in varying mixtures, depending on the situation. But how do we know when to balance patience with ambition? Humility with conviction? Gary provides real-life examples involving common business scenarios to show how to use them together for optimum results. This iconoclastic book will help you refine your ingredients and improve your leadership capabilities. When implemented in the proper situation, these ingredients can help leaders land promotions, retain core employees, move faster than competitors, win the loyalty of customers, and build successful organizations that last.
Classy Luck
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Crash Override
I'm hooked on this app's ease of use – it's a reader's dream come true. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. They help me keep related titles together for a seamless experience. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
Prone
Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. This audiobook made my workouts fly by! The engaging narration kept me motivated to keep listening, which meant longer gym sessions. The narrator's energy matched the material perfectly - upbeat when needed, somber when appropriate. A great example of how narration can enhance text.
Esquire
The variety of narrators adds a unique touch to each book, making every experience special. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. I appreciate the dark mode option. It’s easy on the eyes during nighttime listening.
Roadblock
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app – it's revitalizing. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance!
Ginger Chaos
The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. 👀📚 Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page – this app is a bedtime dream! 😴🎧 Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Miss Mustard
I'm thrilled to finally have a way to enjoy books while keeping up with my busy schedule. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an indispensable tool for my audiobook enjoyment. I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Shivers
ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable. 🚗 Turning road trips into unforgettable adventures – audiobooks keep me entertained on the journey! 🚗📖 🎉 Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! 📚💫 ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
ManBreaker
This app has brought back the joy of reading, no matter how busy I am. Efficiency and ease combined – this app is a must-have for book lovers. Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift.
Mint Ness
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Mallow Man
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Sexual Chocolate
The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature! Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Chew Chew
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience.
NightDream
This app is a true treasure for audiobook lovers – it's my go-to source for literary adventures! 🎉 This app has ignited my passion for reading – I can't get enough of its convenience! 📚🔥 This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
ManBreaker
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for my study materials. I can easily revisit important sections. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience. I'm amazed by the app's compatibility with different audio formats. It's truly versatile. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Seal Snake
This app has transformed my daily routines into immersive storytelling experiences. Looping playback is a study aid sent from heaven. It's helping me ace my exams!
Hyper Kong
The convenience of downloading audiobooks for offline listening is a game-changer. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access.
Centurion Sherman
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks.
Slacker Cat
ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. ListenBook has given me a renewed appreciation for audio content – it's my new favorite app. I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app.
Voodoo Queen
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. 🌌 Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. 🎧✨ I’d listen to this narrator read anything! Their voice was so expressive and fitting for the material. The story itself was great, but the narration took it to the next level. Definitely a 5-star experience. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narrator’s voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
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