I've always found it helpful to outline my argument and logic. I then write almost all work documents and personal non-technical writing in this format:
Hook/Lead - What's the point and it's importance?
Context - What surrounds the point making it important?
Point of Action - What am I arguing for us to do...
Body of the Argument - Format varies
Suggested Action/Action Steps - List what needs to be done
~~ Collaboration Section (if needed)
Request for Comments - "I realize this might cause problems for x, y, z. Could you please provide input on the resolution of the #{point of the matter}?"
If it's technical, I learned to use the Toulmin Method for arguments. I first learned about it from Purdue's Online Writing Lab in high school.
Obviously, I don't follow it to the letter but that's how I try to "flow" my writing. If you're speaking, the most important thing is your hook and letting people know where you are in your speech as you guide the listener's attention through your presentation.
Edit: The guiding can also be visual, if you've got a visual aid; however, you've still got to point it out at least once.
Hook/Lead - What's the point and it's importance? Context - What surrounds the point making it important? Point of Action - What am I arguing for us to do... Body of the Argument - Format varies Suggested Action/Action Steps - List what needs to be done ~~ Collaboration Section (if needed) Request for Comments - "I realize this might cause problems for x, y, z. Could you please provide input on the resolution of the #{point of the matter}?"
If it's technical, I learned to use the Toulmin Method for arguments. I first learned about it from Purdue's Online Writing Lab in high school.
Obviously, I don't follow it to the letter but that's how I try to "flow" my writing. If you're speaking, the most important thing is your hook and letting people know where you are in your speech as you guide the listener's attention through your presentation. Edit: The guiding can also be visual, if you've got a visual aid; however, you've still got to point it out at least once.