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.
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Are Ess Tee
This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. Looping playback of a single track helps me focus and absorb complex content. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! Makes audiobook listening super easy and enjoyable. Thank you! Finally, an app that handles all my audiobook formats effortlessly. ListenBook is a must-have!
Unseen
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient.
EchoEnigma
I'm blown away by how this app has made my workouts more enjoyable and my mind more active. I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. ListenBook is more than just an app β it's a doorway to a world of knowledge and imagination. This audiobook transformed my household chores into enjoyable moments! The narrator's lively yet measured delivery kept me engaged throughout. I particularly appreciated how they handled exposition - making potentially dry information interesting through thoughtful inflection and pacing.
360
This app has turned my cooking sessions into culinary adventures with a side of stories. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Adjusting playback speed has transformed the way I consume audiobooks. I can tailor the pacing to match my learning style and preferences. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Blackfire
ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve found. The interface is clean and easy to use. The equalizer is a great addition. It really enhances the audio quality. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly.
Gbbledgoodk
This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits β truly impressive. Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. ππ
Mr. Gadget
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient.
Unseen
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient. 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!
Omega Sub
ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features have become indispensable tools in my audiobook learning. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
Soda Delirium
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 β it shows their dedication to excellence. ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable.
Mental Prophet
I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. The app's versatility in audio downloading is impressive. It's a one-stop solution for all my content.
Helmet Destroyer
Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. I canβt believe how easy it is to manage my audiobook library with ListenBook. Highly recommended! The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
Bliss
I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Lucky Brandy
πββοΈπ I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. π±π Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature! The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
2nd Hand Joe
I'm grateful for ListenBook's support for a wide range of formats, making it a one-stop solution for audio content. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick controls make it my preferred choice for audiobook enjoyment.
Mafia Rapunzel
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality.
Take Away
πββοΈπ Experiencing stories while staying active β this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. π§ποΈ ListenBook's dedication to providing an exceptional listening experience shines through in every aspect of the app. I love the ability to change the font size. It makes reading the titles so easy. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Steel
ListenBook is a game-changer β it plays a wide variety of formats without any conversion needed. Effortless audiobook management β this app's usability is a triumph. ListenBook has transformed the way I engage with literature. It's like having a virtual bookshelf in my pocket. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Delicious
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. Navigating audiobooks seamlessly β this app's design is a true winner. I'm so glad I chose the audiobook version! The narrator added layers of meaning I might have missed reading silently. Their interpretation of the material felt thoughtful and authentic. The recording was technically perfect - no reverb, no peaking, just clean, pleasant audio.
Princess Dove
I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls β it's a joy to navigate. With ListenBook, my daily commutes have become a cherished time for learning and enjoyment. Effortlessly managing my audiobook library β this app's design is a triumph. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and reliable. 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 wouldnβt call it unforgettable.
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