Discourse markers & connectors

Article excerpt · target grammar marked

Doran argued that goals fail not because teams lack talent but because the goal itself is defined too loosely. Furthermore, KISS disciplines the scope — asking at every stage whether a feature is needed by the client.

Grammar Reference · Discourse markers & connectors

Adding information

Use furthermore or in addition to add a supporting point. Furthermore, the scope must be agreed before sign-off.

Showing contrast

Use however or nevertheless to signal an opposing idea. The brief was clear; however, the timeline was unrealistic.

Showing result

Use consequently or therefore to signal a logical outcome. The objective was vague; consequently, the team lost direction.

Common error

Despite the team worked hard... ✗ → Despite working hard... ✓ — despite takes a noun phrase or gerund, not a full clause

01Exercise 1 — Form · Write the Correct Form

Discourse markers & connectors

1.The brief was detailed; , the team still missed the deadline.

2.SMART sets the destination; , KISS keeps the route direct.

3.The scope was never agreed; , the project ran over budget.

4. a clear objective, the team struggled to measure success.

5.The client approved the brief; , new requirements were added the next week.

6.The deadline was unrealistic; , the manager did not change it.

02Exercise 2 — Transform

rewrite with the new structure

1.The goal was unclear. The team got confused.

2.SMART sets a destination. KISS keeps the route simple.

3.The client signed the brief. New features were added immediately.

4.Despite the team worked hard, they missed the launch.

03Exercise 3 — About You

in your notebook

Personalise: complete five sentences about yourself using the target grammar.

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