diff --git a/docs/run-validator.md b/docs/run-validator.md
index 235b05b..90d8ccd 100644
--- a/docs/run-validator.md
+++ b/docs/run-validator.md
@@ -221,8 +221,6 @@
 
 - Run these steps in a machine from where [the create-validator transaction is to be signed (machine 3)](#build-laconicd-to-create-validator)
 
-  NOTE: Make sure that your node has completed syncing
-
 - Copy the example variables file:
 
   ```bash
@@ -253,6 +251,8 @@
 
 - Run ansible playbook to create a validator in the running chain:
 
+  NOTE: Make sure that your node has completed syncing before running the playbook
+
   ```bash
   ansible-playbook -i localhost, -c local ~/cerc/laconicd-stack/playbooks/validator/create-validator.yml
   ```