 You were in a meeting with a subordinate and as your phone rings you realize you forgot to silence it Do you check it and see who is calling? It could be important You might miss something and checking is reflexive. If you do check your phone What signal does that send to your subordinate? our Navy leader development framework defines connections as Developing a sense of identity in belonging for team members who is more important the unknown caller or the person right in front of you This much is certain. However, you handle a situation like this will send a message to your subordinate Lastly as a practical point. Do you know how to silence your office phone? For our work college phones that do not disturb option is two levels down from the main menu Check it and lead well this week