skills/writing-strategy/references/time_based_narrative.md

# Time-Based Narrative / 시간 흐름 기반 전개

- English name: Time-Based Narrative
- Korean name: 시간 흐름 기반 전개
- Selection category: time
- Use when: Use when chronology, milestones, or process order should structure the writing.
- Avoid when: Avoid if time order is incidental.

## Writing Pattern

**Use the following timeline-based flow**

- Past (before the problem or at the starting point)
- Middle phases (process, key events, unfolding changes)
- Present (outcome, current state, current challenges)
- Future outlook (forecast, plan, strategic direction)
- Conclusion and ask (core summary and call to action)
- Develop strictly in chronological order; make timing and transitions explicit at each step.

**Each major section should include**

- Section heading
- Core paragraph purpose (1–2 sentences)

## Example Writing Outline

1. **Entry Phase (2018)**: Brand awareness was low and the product lineup was limited.
2. **Inflection Period (2019–2021)**: User feedback guided product improvements; online marketing accelerated growth.
3. **Where We Stand (2025)**: We reached #2 domestic share and improved brand trust substantially.
4. **Strategic Direction (2026+)**: Pursue global expansion and AI-driven personalization.
5. **Summary and Ask**: Our time-based strategy proves results; we must set plans for the next stage now.

## Writing Notes

- Use concrete time markers—year, quarter, or milestone.
- Make Past/Present/Future turning points explicit and connect stages causally.
- Don’t merely list events—frame them as a meaningful strategic timeline.
- Lead the reader from “Here’s how we were → here’s how we changed → here’s where we go.”