The definition of sequential is things in consecutive or logical order, or is following a certain prescribed order. If there is a three part process and the steps must be done in a certain logical order, this is an example of the steps of the process being sequential.

Sequence words are words that help us understand the order of events that are happening in the story. They tell us things like what happened first, what happened next, and what happened that was unexpected. Think of them as signal words that help us identify the next event in a story and the end of a story.

Signal words are specific words that you can use to transition between the different ideas in your paper clearly and organically.

now used as a noun: The present time. “Now is the right time.” # The state of not paying attention to the future or the past.

When we hear the phrase ‘once upon a time,’ we know a story is about to start. ~’Once upon a time~’ is a great example of sequence words.

There are four basic types of speech delivery:

• Impromptu Delivery. As the name implies, this is delivery with little or no preparation.
• Extemporaneous Delivery.
• Manuscript Delivery.
• Memorized Delivery.

An ideal speech is one that is delivered slowly and in the usual tone. It helps the audience to hear and understand the message clearly. Another important feature of a good speech is that it should be delivered in an unbiased and unemotional way. Speaker’s emotion may drive him away from the main theme.

Here are some other techniques you can use to make your speech memorable.

1. Deliver a performance, rather than a speech.
2. Use the power of eye contact.
3. Don’t hide behind the lectern.
4. Posture matters.
5. Tell compelling stories.
6. Vary your cadence.
7. Speak about what you know and care about.

1a(1) : composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu an extemporaneous comment. (2) : carefully prepared but delivered without notes or text.

To put it simply, it’s the way you communicate through body language or gestures, and it’s a critical component of presentation skills training. To make a gesture is to move your body in a way that reinforces a verbal message you are trying to get across.

Here are a few nonverbal dos and don’ts.

• Don’t fill the air with um, ah, uh, and you know.
• Don’t use the fig-leaf pose.
• Do use hand gestures systematically.
• Don’t put your hands in your pockets.
• Don’t hide your hands behind your back.
• Don’t cross your arms.
• Do know when to put your hands on your hips.

countable something that you do to communicate your intentions towards someone, especially good intentions. Offering to drive us there was a very nice gesture. a symbolic gesture. gesture of: a gesture of support/solidarity/goodwill.

The definition of a gesture is an expressive movement of the body, or something that is said or done to show a feeling. An example of a gesture is a wave. A card for someone who is very sick is an example of a gesture. A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech.

1 having a friendly or generous nature or attitude. 2 helpful to others or to another.

15 small gestures:

• Offer a smile. Not only does smiling give you a mood boost, but others who see your smile will feel uplifted as well.
• Hold the door for someone.
• Write a note.
• Say “good morning” to a stranger.
• Send flowers for no reason.
• Be a good listener.
• Ask how you can help.
• Hold hands.