Beyond the Desk: Transforming Employee Experience for Deskless Teams in the Modern Workplace with Becca Short
Eps. #111 FEBRUARY 25TH, 2025
In this episode of the "HR Mixtape," host Shari Simpson welcomes Becca Short, the leader of people strategy at 88 Acres. They dive into the critical topic of supporting deskless workers and ensuring they remain connected and engaged in the workplace. Becca shares innovative strategies for introducing flexibility in roles that require physical presence, emphasizing the importance of communication, employee experience, and career development for frontline employees.
Key Takeaways:
Flexibility for deskless workers can include job rotation and shift swapping to accommodate personal needs.
Effective communication with frontline employees requires face-to-face interactions and the use of technology that mimics social media.
Employee engagement can be enhanced by actively seeking feedback and implementing changes based on their input.
Guest(s): Becca Short, Director of People and Culture, 88 Acres Foods Inc.
Becca Short is the Director of People and Culture for Boston based snack food manufacturer, 88 Acres. Becca has received her SHRM-CP certification and has a Masters Degree in Industrial and Organization Psychology.
