Crafting the Edge

Abstract

This chapter examines the practice of gender that underlie sexual orientation to appreciate the paradigm shift on talent and its practicality in advancing organizational effectiveness and bottom line results in successful enterprise. The discussion progresses the notion to accept the sexual identity men and women choose to progress their careers. Emotional intelligence is drawn to appreciate its impact on managerial controls and performance. Top managerial positions in enterprises have been regarded as male or female enclaves in many cultures around the globe. The trend to reflect gender as a possible social construct continues to increase in enterprises that value diversity. Change management technology is examined to how exercised by women to that of men can impact profitability and to comprehend whether there are any traits attributed to any specific gender. The perspectives are applied to model an organization acquiescent to increasing productivity in a variety of settings.