Book description
The guide to approaching leadership in a rapidly changing world.When change requires you to challenge people's familiar reality, it can be difficult, dangerous work. Whatever the context--whether in the private or the public sector--many will feel threatened as you push though major changes. But as a leader, you need to find a way to make it work.Ron Heifetz first defined this problem with his distinctive theory of adaptive leadership in Leadership Without Easy Answers. In a second book, Leadership on the Line, Heifetz and coauthor Marty Linsky highlighted the individual and organizational dangers of leading through deep change in business, politics, and community life. Now, Heifetz, Linsky, and coauthor Alexander Grashow are taking the next step: The Practice of Adaptive Leadership is a hands-on, practical guide containing stories, tools, diagrams, cases, and worksheets to help you develop your skills as an adaptive leader, able to take people outside their comfort zones and assess and address the toughest challenges.The authors have decades of experience helping people and organizations create cultures of adaptive leadership. In today's rapidly changing world, The Practice of Adaptive Leadership can be your handbook to meeting the demands of leadership in the midst of complexity.
DollFaceKillah
ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before.
Trick Baron
πΆββοΈπ§ Walking has never been this productive β exploring new worlds while I exercise! ποΈπ« Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Sky Dahlia
ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers is incredibly convenient. Downloading audiobooks has never been this easy. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
Devil Chick
The ability to listen to books while multitasking is a game-changer for me. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable.
Cricket
π‘ Nurturing my curiosity with audiobooks β this app adds a touch of wonder to my daily routines. π±π Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! The app's compatibility with CarPlay enhances my driving experience. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and polished.
Pop Bee
With ListenBook, my iPhone and iPad have become a gateway to a world of captivating stories. This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. Audiobooks made accessible and enjoyable β this app's design is a triumph. Apple Watch compatibility adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook enjoyment. It's seamless control at my wrist. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
Kazmii
I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. I'm amazed at how effortlessly this app has made reading a constant in my life. An audiobook lover's dream come true! This app's seamless functionality and diverse format support make it my go-to choice for immersive storytelling. ππ§
Storm Master
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. I can't get enough of this app's intuitive design β it's like a personal library right at my fingertips. π‘ Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house β it's like having a helper! π π ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback options have made audiobook revisiting and studying a breeze.
Mauve Cactus
ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! Iβve been using ListenBook for months, and itβs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnβt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars! I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Beetle King
ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session. No more hassle with file conversion. This app handles all formats effortlessly. I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving. The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Chasm Face
I can't believe how much time I've gained by listening while cooking and doing chores. Listening to audiobooks has made my daily commute more enjoyable and productive. I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app.
Snapdragon
ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. Good for background listening. I didnβt get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narratorβs voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Skull Crusher
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. π§ββοΈβ Sipping tea and getting lost in stories β the ultimate way to unwind! π΅π Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Magenta
This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
High Beam
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. π‘ Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder β thank you, this app! π±π
Spunky Comet
The diverse range of narrators adds a new layer of depth to each story. This app has added a touch of magic to my mundane moments β I'm forever grateful. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have taken my audiobook journey to new heights. πΌ Making work hours enjoyable β audiobooks turn my tasks into learning opportunities and moments of joy. π»π The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Copilot
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. β° Maximizing my time with efficient features β this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. πβ³ Effortlessly switching between stories β this app's ease of use is impressive. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature turns any environment into a cozy listening haven.
ForumFlare
I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Crash Enforcer
ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. π‘ Making house chores more enjoyable β audiobooks help me stay engaged while tidying up the living space. π π
Black Fantastic
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. π₯ Adding a spark of excitement to my daily routine β this app is my secret weapon! β¨π πͺ Achieving double wins β workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! πͺπ§ ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience. Binaural audio processing really works. Less fatigue during long listening sessions.
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