Ben Hawken, Author, ‘Chandelier’
- Ben is the author of a book titled Chandelier.
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Overview
Dive into an inspiring conversation with Ben Hawken on The Brand Called You, exploring his transition from video storytelling to writing his debut novel Chandelier. Discover insights on creativity, discipline, authentic dialogue, and blending science, espionage, and childhood innocence.
00:34- About Ben Hawken
- Ben is the author of a book titled Chandelier.
04:45- What have been your guiding principles for keeping your creative voice genuine?
- Replay real-life conversations word-for-word to capture authentic dialogue.
- Empathize with all characters to reflect genuine reactions and emotions.
- Embrace the natural roughness and imperfections in speech rather than perfect phrasing.
14:12- How did you balance technical detail with making science accessible to general leaders?
- Explained complex science as if teaching eight-year-olds to make it simple and clear.
- Used classroom-style flashbacks and humor to reinforce understanding.
- Relied on natural dialogue to integrate technical details without overwhelming the reader.
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Learn more about Ben Hawken: LinkedIn
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