At first, the request struck me as strange; I was not accustomed to having serious discussions while walking. This was unfamiliar territory for me, and I was unsure about the outcome of our talk. Little did I realize that this favored method of conversation would lead to an important opportunity.
The conversation revealed that he wished for me to write his biography. Having recently authored a book on Benjamin and a notable biography about Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson, this invitation opened new creative avenues for me, allowing me to explore his life story in depth.