Book description
How Successful Career Changers Turn Fantasy into RealityWhether as a daydream or a spoken desire, nearly all of us have entertained the notion of reinventing ourselves. Feeling unfulfilled, burned out, or just plain unhappy with what we're doing, we long to make that leap into the unknown. But we also hold on, white-knuckled, to the years of time and effort we've invested in our current profession.In this powerful book, Herminia Ibarra presents a new model for career reinvention that flies in the face of everything we've learned from "career experts." While common wisdom holds that we must first know what we want to do before we can act, Ibarra argues that this advice is backward. Knowing, she says, is the result of doing and experimenting. Career transition is not a straight path toward some predetermined identity, but a crooked journey along which we try on a host of "possible selves" we might become.Based on her in-depth research on professionals and managers in transition, Ibarra outlines an active process of career reinvention that leverages three ways of "working identity" experimenting with new professional activities, interacting in new networks of people, and making sense of what is happening to us in light of emerging possibilities.Through engrossing stories--from a literature professor turned stockbroker to an investment banker turned novelist--Ibarra reveals a set of guidelines that all successful reinventions share. She explores specific ways that hopeful career changers of any background can: Explore possible selves Craft and execute "identity experiments" Create "small wins" that keep momentum going Survive the rocky period between career identities Connect with role models and mentors who can ease the transition Make time for reflection--without missing out on windows of opportunity Decide when to abandon the old path in order to follow the new Arrange new events into a coherent story of who we are becoming A call to the dreamer in each of us, Working Identity explores the process for crafting a more fulfilling future. Where we end up may surprise us.
Alley Fiend
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. The interface is sleek and intuitive, making my audiobook experience a joy. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Sugar Domino
Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend! This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
QuestQuill
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best! The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
Pepper Prada
Effortlessly enjoying audiobooks on the go – kudos to this app's functionality. Navigating audiobooks with ease – this app's design is user-centric. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has never been easier or more convenient. The layout is not only beautiful but also intuitive. Controls are easy to access. No more fussing with synchronization – this app just gets it done!
Landfill Max
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun and unique feature I can't get enough of. 📚 Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! 📺🎧
Neophyte Believer
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life – it's a unique experience. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied.
Goldman
🏝️🎧 Packing for vacation just got better – this app is my getaway entertainment! 🌴📖 Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience. The app is so responsive. It never lags or freezes.
DreamWeaver
Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 – it shows their dedication to excellence. I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app – so handy!
RedFeet
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. This app's ease of use has made my downtime more enriching and enjoyable. Unlimited audiobook length with ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Tan Stallion
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding.
High Woo
This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient! AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Spit Turanga
🎧 Making housework more enjoyable – audiobooks turn mundane chores into moments of discovery. 🧹📚 The statistics tracking is a nice touch. ListenBook helps me keep track of my audiobook habits.
Night Magnet
I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. ListenBook's library organization features have transformed my chaotic audiobook collection into an organized masterpiece. 💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 Savoring stories has never been this smooth – this app's functionality is genius. Good but not great. The narration was competent but lacked the extra spark that makes some audiobooks truly special. Still worth a listen though.
Icy Avenger
An audiobook lover's dream come true. So many options, I'm in heaven! 💡 The future of audiobook listening is here – this app's sleek functionality redefines how we enjoy our favorite stories. 🎧🔮 ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
Poppy Coffee
Listening stats keep me motivated to read more. Great addition! I love the ability to import books from my computer. It’s so easy.
Airport Hobo
Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream – simple and efficient. Audiobook immersion without complications – this app's ease of use is commendable.
Mr. Fabulous
This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved! ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge. A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Granola Dove
Binaural audio processing reduces listening fatigue. Fantastic feature! A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Charms
With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
Seal Snake
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. ListenBook’s CarPlay support makes listening in the car a seamless 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