The Influence With A Heart Method®: How to Write a Book in as Little as 5 Weeks

Many aspiring authors spend years trying to write their book. They start with enthusiasm, then hit writer’s block, overthink every sentence, and eventually abandon the project altogether.

But what if you could write a book in as little as five weeks—without stress, over-editing, or uncertainty?

That’s exactly what Ben Gioia did before delivering a keynote at Stanford University. He committed to showing up with autographed copies of a brand-new book—even though he hadn’t written it yet!

The result? He finished his book, published it in time, and landed new business, speaking gigs, and even a six-figure contract with a Fortune 100 company​.

Ben’s method is not about “hacking” the writing process or using AI to write for you. It’s about creating a clear roadmap, eliminating unnecessary steps, and making writing effortless.

Most people start writing without a plan. They don’t know how long their book should be, which leads to endless writing and no finish line.

Ben’s strategy? Decide on your word count upfront.

👉 A short, impactful book can be 20,000 to 40,000 words—enough to position you as an expert while being quick to read (and write!).

By setting clear boundaries, you’ll avoid “writing into the abyss” and stay on track​.

Typing slows you down. Thinking about perfect sentence structure slows you down even more.

The solution? Dictate your book instead.

Ben recommends speaking your content into a voice recorder or dictation software. 1,200 words in 7 minutes—that’s 5% of a 25,000-word book!

By dictating instead of writing, you:

✅ Avoid overthinking

✅ Capture your natural speaking style

✅ Get your thoughts out quickly

This method ensures your book sounds authentic, engaging, and in your own voice​.

There’s no perfect time to write a book. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes.

Ben teaches that momentum beats perfection. Start your book now, dictate daily, and refine later.

And here’s the kicker: You don’t have to wait for your book to be finished to start making an impact.

👉 Use your “in-progress” book to get speaking gigs, attract clients, and generate buzz.

One of Ben’s clients landed a paid speaking gig at Google before she even finished her book. The right positioning makes all the difference​.

Ben has helped hundreds of authors avoid the five biggest book mistakes that cost people time, money, and credibility:

🚫 Not knowing your audience – Write for your ideal reader, not for everyone.
🚫 Not sharing personal stories – Readers connect with real experiences.
🚫 Not scheduling “book time” – If it’s not on your calendar, it won’t happen.
🚫 Thinking you need a traditional publisher – Self-publishing gives you full control.
🚫 Trying to “write” instead of dictate – Your natural voice is your best writing style​.