Transitions ... The Strongest Glue

Imagine you're talking with someone & there is no connection between the thoughts what they are saying ..you will lost interest

Or you're reading something ... words are scattered, sentences & paragraphs are not connecting with each other.. no smooth flow....you will stop reading

Something is missing ...

That's TRANSITION … and here’s why they are so important?

Anything that slows your reader down costs you. If your reader lost momentum, they lost interest. Many things slow down your reader’s momentum??

• False overhyped logic ( Solution- Say only facts , people are smart)
• Words they don’t understand?( Solution-Use everyday words)
• Non-conversational language, that doesn’t connect with the reader ( Solution -Keep it conversational & engaging)
• And the biggest culprit is TRANSITION?( Solution - Apply the art of connecting thoughts & words )

What are transitions - The words & phrases that bridges two ideas. Transitions are the glues that connect two sentences. It moves your reader forward.?

Let’s say-?

“ Transitions are the strongest part of the flow. Transition is important because it helps the reader to enjoy your writing”?

‘ Transitions are the strongest part of the flow. They are important? because it helps the reader to enjoy your writing”?

Notice how the second paragraph flows more smoothly than the first paragraph. There are no bumps & ideas are connected with each other.?

All the good writing , even communication needs transitions & plenty of them.?

Types of transitions-?

1- Clarification - My point is, Here’s the thing, In conclusion, That’s the whole point

2- Explanation- Explaining what you just said in the last paragraph. Let me explain, Here’s what I mean,?

3- Self-realization- Taking your reader to the point of a thoughtful situation. Imagine what that would be in your life, Can you feel it? Do you see the value, Think how powerful it would be ..

4- Reminder- Remind the reader what you’ve just said - Keep in mind, As I said, As I mentioned

5- Keep the hook open- Let your reader wait for wanting more. But there’s more, Still, There is hope, Something better?

Good transitions make your writing & communication more compelling & the best part is you can fit it anywhere..

So from next time whatever you’re writing or connecting with someone make it more brain smoothing…?

Happy Transitions :)?