How do we get new members off their phones and engaged in training?

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In this episode of "What's YOUR Problem?" Chief Goldfeder answers this reader question:

I was transferred to a new station with some younger members. We don’t really click yet. I’m working on it, but wondered if you have some tips for how to get them off their phones and more engaged in our training activities? 

Check out Goldfeder’s response.

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