Event Details

“Having Meaningful Conversations during Performance Evaluations”

Presented by:

Michelle Gnida, Area Manager/Master Trainer for Dale Carnegie Training

During this presentation MVHRA Members will learn: how an effective performance review can be an opportunity for honest, open conversation about positive and negative results.  It can inspire and engage people when it is focused on plans for the future.  Michelle will discuss how to have a meaningful conversation during the appraisal process that will help employees create their own achievable targets by asking the right questions. Members will also learn how to help their staff to feel encouraged, inspired and ready to exceed expectations through this process rather than a dreaded annual event. 

At the conclusion of this presentation attendees will be able to understand & apply the following:

• Be a more effective HR Professional by generating trust and engagement
• Identify the “dos” and “don’ts” for an effective performance conversation
• Keep your evaluations focused on facts and outcomes        

Speaker’s Background & Experience

Michelle Gnida is an Area Manager/Master Trainer for Dale Carnegie Training within the Eastern Iowa area.  She partners with organizations as a consultant and trainer for multiple strategic results and is a master trainer for Dale Carnegie Training.  Michelle is a professional in the area of customizing products to help increase employee engagement, efficiency, servant leadership and add speed to her customers’ strategy.  Michelle is a graduate of Solon High School and the University of Iowa with a degree in Business.

HRCI Approved 2 (General) PHR/SPHR Recertification Credit Hours

SHRM Approved for 2 SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Professional Development Credits