diff --git a/docs/contribute/doc-style-guide.md b/docs/contribute/doc-style-guide.md
index 3aa56b336f..1e28ed4676 100644
--- a/docs/contribute/doc-style-guide.md
+++ b/docs/contribute/doc-style-guide.md
@@ -228,6 +228,14 @@ helps downstream localization.
 - Use (`-`) for unordered lists.
 - Leave a blank line after each list.
 - Indent nested lists with two spaces.
+- Use a numbered list for a sequence of steps rather than prose with
+  "First", "Then", and "Finally". Numbered lists are easier to scan, make
+  the order explicit, and give readers a clear way to reference a specific
+  step.
+
+| Do                                                                 | Don't                                                                           |
+| :----------------------------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
+| 1) Install the package. 2) Run the migration. 3) Start the server. | First, install the package. Then, run the migration. Finally, start the server. |
 
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