Telling a Story
Sequencing
'Sequencing' refers to the manner in which we connect sentences when telling a story. Use these connecting words to connect one part of your story to another. These linking words are also used when making presentations in order to connect your points in a logical manner.
Beginning:
Firstly,
To begin with,
First of all,
Example:
"First of all, you have to offer your customers a hot meal."
"To begin with, cruise ships will continue to be profitable even as the oil supply declines."
Continuing:
Then,
After that,
Next,
Example:
"Next, you'll be trained on how to use the hotel reservations database."
"Then, we'll go over the procedures for the reception desk."
Ending:
Finally,
In the end,
Eventually,
Example:
"In the end, public areas will be transformed into private property."
"In the end, we hired you due to your supervisory skills."