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silence

Awkward Silence: Why Small Group Leaders Need to Get Used to It

What is one of the most difficult skills for new small group leaders to learn and do? It’s allowing awkward silence to remain in the middle of a discussion. Why is this?

3 Surprising Benefits of Small Group Silence

Small group leaders are often afraid of silence—but there is something powerful about creating intentional space in a group meeting.

The Good and Bad of Silence During Small Group Conversations

A big mistake many group leaders make is to start talking or asking another question if members don’t give an immediate response.