Cohesion & Flow
Discourse Markers
Words like however, because, next that signal relationships.
What it is
Before & after
“We changed the button. Users clicked less.”
“We changed the button. However, users clicked less.”
When you’ll use it
Status updates: 'First, we completed the design. However, testing revealed issues. Therefore, we need another week.'
Problem-solution presentations: 'Although revenue grew, costs rose faster. Consequently, we must reduce overhead.'
Meeting transitions: 'Meanwhile, the marketing team made progress. In addition, sales exceeded targets.'
Pro tip
Pick the marker that matches the logic.
Questions & answers
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