As I mentioned before

Start your sentence with As I mentioned before. Always put a small pause or a comma after it. Then, repeat the core idea you want to emphasize. You can use it at the start of a paragraph. You can also use it in the middle of a talk. It works best when the first mention was recent. Don't use it for something you said three days ago. In a text message, you can even shorten it. Some people might just say As mentioned to save time.

Use it during a work presentation to show consistency. It is perfect for meetings when people might be distracted. Use it with friends when telling a long, complex story. It helps when you are giving directions or instructions. If you are at a restaurant, use it for your order. As I mentioned before, please no onions on that. It ensures you are being heard and understood clearly. You can also use it to defend your position. If someone asks a question you already answered, use it.

Do not use it if you never actually mentioned it. That will just confuse everyone in the room. Avoid using it too many times in one sitting. If you say it every minute, you might sound annoying. It can sound a bit like you are lecturing people. Be careful not to sound like a grumpy teacher. If the vibe is very relaxed, try Like I said instead. Just make sure your tone stays warm and helpful. Nobody likes a know-it-all who uses it to be mean.

In English-speaking cultures, we value signposting our logic. We like to tell people where we are going. We also like to remind them where we have been. This phrase is a classic signpost in Western business. It shows that you are an organized and thoughtful speaker. It helps build trust because you seem very consistent. It is a polite way to repeat yourself without being boring. There is a rule of three in public speaking. You tell them what you will tell them. Then you tell them the actual information. Finally, you tell them what you just told them. As I mentioned before is the key to that third step. It creates a sense of completion and professional polish.

You can say Like I said for a casual vibe. In a very formal report, use As previously stated. If you want to be brief, try As noted earlier. Going back to my earlier point is another great choice. Each one changes the flavor of your sentence slightly. Pick the one that fits your current environment best. These variations keep your language from sounding repetitive or robotic.