Book description
Bring your humanity to work to become a better leader. Life is messy. You know it and your employees know it. But the unspoken rules of professionalism dictate that we don't talk about it. However, what if trying to keep your real, messy life compartmentalized from your work life isn't doing you any favors? What if, instead, the opposite is true? In We're Gonna Need Cake, speaker and coach Valerie Garcia draws on her research, along with lessons she's learned over decades working with brands around the globe, to demonstrate how bringing your whole self to work strengthens your leadership and propels your career forward. Guided by The Authenticity Map, Garcia provides you with a blueprint to navigate the messiness of life and learn how to bring real emotions into the workplace in a productive way. With exercises in each chapter to help bring the concepts into personalized focus, you will finish with a better understanding of everything from failure and fear to compassion and confidence and how it all contributes to finding joy at work.Written with honesty and humor, this guide is for the modern-day leader who wants the tools to create healthier workplaces, happier customers, and better teams.
About the Author
Valerie Garcia is a speaker and coach on a mission to move organizations from fear to forward. With methods that challenge the traditional, she uses her straightforward style and sense of humor to encourage her clients to lead with joy and think outside the box when it comes to connecting with their customers. In her twenty-plus years of experience, she has worked on six continents with entrepreneurs and companies such as RE/MAX, Berkshire Hathaway, HubSpot, and Duke University. Garcia will help you celebrate change, take bold risks, and embrace the power of your messy authenticity. She lives in Grand Rapids, MI.
Plenty Orange
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Nessie
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Tin Fox
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ByteBard
ListenBook has enriched my life with a diverse range of content, all at my fingertips. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature.
NexusNinja
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. I'm blown away by how this app has revolutionized my reading experience. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury β it's an essential part of my day. I'm blown away by the powerful audio downloading options. So versatile! ListenBook has all the features I need. My go-to audiobook app!
Scrapper
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Old Felix
ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature! Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
Chip Queen
I've found my new favorite way to relax β cuddled up with an audiobook. This app's ease of use has made my daily tasks so much more enjoyable.
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The ListenBook app has enriched my daily life, adding a layer of intellectual and emotional fulfillment. Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
Twine X
This app has rekindled my passion for literature in a whole new way. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
NexusNavigator
I'm amazed at how this app has made reading a seamless part of my life. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories.
Blackfire
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ππ ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. CUE playlist support is a thoughtful feature that keeps my audiobook listening organized and enjoyable.
Emerald Goddess
π± An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts β it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! ππ‘ Audiobook journey simplified β this app's functionality is a wonderful surprise. Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. 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.
White Snare
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Nessie
I've become so much more productive while cleaning or exercising β thanks to this app! With this app, I've discovered the joy of learning while I'm on the move β it's like having a tutor by my side. 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!
Hoboken Nightingale
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. Audiobook magic at my fingertips! This app's comprehensive offerings, from statistics tracking to immersive audio processing, have breathed new life into my reading. πβ¨ 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.
Lady Katniss
Finally, a way to enjoy literature on the go without straining my eyes. With ListenBook Pro, I can customize the tone of the sound to match my preferences β it's a fantastic touch. I'm hooked on this app's curated content β it's like having a personal librarian. I can't get enough of this app's convenience β it has turned my audiobook journey into a delightful habit. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity.
ELLerG!c
I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. ListenBook's commitment to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every detail. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge β talk about efficiency! Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is truly remarkable. ListenBook Pro is totally worth it. Unlimited audiobook length β I'm in!
Handsome
ListenBook has transformed my mundane activities into enjoyable moments of learning and entertainment. Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged.
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