Table 2: A professional development and training framework on performance for senior level managers.

Performance sub-characteristics	Training Needs (descending order starting from the most needs)
Relations with public/patients	Media management
Planning and control	Advanced Negotiation strategies
Innovation	Creating and leading a culture of innovation
Use of resources	Finance for executives
Leadership	Strategic talent management
Use of resources	Strategic human resources management
Innovation	Overseas Study visit
Relations with public/patients	Presentation skills to public/patients
Leadership	Power, politics & empowerment
Communication (verbal and written)	Influencer training
Leadership	Leading & managing change
Leadership	Authentic & transformational leadership
Supervision/management of staff	Employee engagement
Supervision/management of staff	Mediation and conflict management
Relations with public/patients	Complaint management
Communication (verbal and written)	Motivational interviewing
Leadership	Leadership greatness
Communication (verbal and written)	Competency-based interviewing skills
Problem solving and decision making	Decision making and analytical skills (advanced level)
Leadership	Building social capital
Teamwork	Gaps bridging
Professional development/technical expertise	Professional portfolio
Teamwork	Team alignment
Commitment to quality service	Quality tools
Supervision/management of staff	Performance management
Relations with public/patients	Developing professional assertiveness and confidence
Commitment to quality service	Advanced evidence-based practice
Organizing	Constructive collaboration
Organizing	Project management
Communication (verbal and written)	Advanced writing
Supervision/management of staff	Motivation and empowerment
Problem solving and decision making	Stress management
Supervision/management of staff	Clinical leadership & management skills enhancement (ANE workshop)
Mentorship	Mentorship