S6E2: How To Handle Tough Personalities in Groups with Ashton Wright

Disciple-making in Community with Ken Braddy

Every small group leader has faced it—that one personality in the group who seems to dominate discussions, challenge every point, or drain the energy of the room. While small groups are meant to foster discipleship and community, navigating difficult personalities can feel overwhelming. How do you lead well without alienating members or losing the purpose of the group? In this episode of Disciple-making in Community, host Ken Braddy sits down with Ashton Wright to tackle this very issue. Together, they unpack practical strategies for handling challenging group dynamics while maintaining a Christ-centered, welcoming environment.

Ken Braddy and Ashton Wright explore specific personality traits—such as assertive, vocal, persistent, and inquisitive individuals—that can sometimes create tension in a group setting. Through real-life case studies, they highlight the impact of dominating or draining behaviors and share strategies for addressing these issues with grace and wisdom. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of supportive leadership, the power of open communication, and the courage required to have difficult but necessary conversations.

Whether you're facing a particularly challenging group dynamic or simply want to be better equipped as a leader, this episode offers biblical and practical guidance to help you navigate group challenges effectively. We’d love to hear how this conversation has encouraged or equipped you! If this episode was helpful, take a moment to rate and review the podcast—your feedback helps us reach more leaders who are striving to make disciples in their communities. Thanks for listening, and keep leading well!

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Leading Small Groups by Chris Surratt

Breakthrough by Ken Braddy

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