Book description
Full of empowering wisdom from one of Silicon Valley's first female African American CEOs, this inspiring leadership book--named a Best Business Book of the Year by Fortune and Bloomberg--offers a blueprint for how to achieve your personal and professional goals. Shellye Archambeau recounts how she overcame the challenges she faced as a young black woman, wife, and mother, managing her personal and professional responsibilities while climbing the ranks at IBM and subsequently in her roles as CEO. Through the busts and booms of Silicon Valley in the early 2000s, this bold and inspiring book details the risks she took and the strategies she engaged to steer her family, her career, and her company MetricStream toward success. Through her journey, Shellye discovered that ambition alone is not enough to achieve success. Here, she shares the practical strategies, tools, and approaches readers can employ right now, including concrete steps to most effectively: Dismantle impostor syndrome Capitalize on the power of planning Take risks Developing financial literacy Build your network Establish your reputation Take charge of your career Integrate work, marriage, parenthood, and self-care Each chapter lays out key takeaways and actions to increase the odds of achieving your personal and professional goals. With relatable personal stories that ground her advice in the real world and a foreword by leading venture capitalist and New York Times bestselling author Ben Horowitz, Unapologetically Ambitious invites readers to move beyond the solely supportive roles others expect them to fill, to learn how to carefully tread the thin line between assertive and aggressive, and to give themselves permission to strive for the top. Make no apologies for the height of your ambitions. Shellye Archambeau will show you how.
Whistler
Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
Are Ess Tee
Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a dream for road trips. It keeps me entertained. Listening statistics motivate me to read more. Excellent feature! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Doughboy, Esq
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RealmRanger
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. This app has brought storytelling into every corner of my life – it's incredible. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories.
CloudFrenzy
Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension.
RedFisher
This app's compatibility with different formats has made my audiobook collection diverse and enjoyable. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience. I’ve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Shady Prairie
This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go – it's like carrying a library in my pocket. This app's simplicity has made me fall in love with books all over again.
Tweety Bun Bun
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. I'm in awe of how technology has enhanced my reading experience through this app. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's functionality is truly commendable. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Crazy Eights
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Nickname Master
I can't remember the last time I was this excited about 'reading' books! Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features have set the bar high for audiobook enjoyment. 📱📖 Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day.
WonderWords
I've been recommending this app to all my friends – it's a true game-changer. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary journeys of the mind. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is a game-changer. The app's interface is so sleek and modern. It's a joy to use. ListenBook has become an integral part of my daily routine. Its compatibility with Apple Watch and CarPlay makes it the ultimate companion for various activities.
SunVolt
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
JK Friend
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. With this app, audiobook listening has become an integral part of my daily routines – it's pure bliss. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a creative way to share the love of literature. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Rando Tank
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! 💼 Balancing responsibilities with relaxation – audiobooks make even mundane tasks feel like an escape. 💻📖 Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
Criss Cross
ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. Audiobooks made easy – this app's functionality is truly a gift.
Duke Electro
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Toy Peep
ListenBook has transformed my daily routine into an opportunity to learn, relax, and enjoy. Great for both casual listening and studying. The audio filters are a nice touch. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off.
Kimono Goddess
Enhancing my daily routines – this app's design makes listening a joy. Audiobook pleasure simplified – this app's functionality is a reader's delight. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. The interface is sleek and user-friendly. Makes navigating through chapters a breeze. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Flame OUT
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Black Firefly
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's audio filters are a valuable tool for customizing my audiobook playback to perfection. ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience.
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