“The Gender of Talent” - AIMA

All India Management Association (AIMA) in association with Asian Association of Management Organisations (AAMO) organised Conference on New Age Leadership with the theme
“The Gender of Talent” on Thursday; 16 January, 2014 at Sheraton New Delhi Hotel, New Delhi. I participated in the forum Gender proofing the work eco-system.Here are some  excerpts from my speech.

The difference between men and women can be summed up in a few words – “nature or nurture”

•  Men and women have different work styles as they not only think differently but also come from diverse backgrounds.
• Their basic differences in the way they operate, is carried forward in the workplaces and hence there is difference in work styles.
• Women tend to work in a collaborative manner, while men have a ‘hierarchical’ approach.
• Men view things in a logical and linear way but women on the other hand work with their EQ and intuition. 
•  Hence, to Gender proof the work ecosystem, these differences have to be taken into account by understanding and accommodating them in the way women work.
• Policies have to be evaluated and implemented to accommodate women.
• Women do not need special attention, but they do need understanding
• Sound culture, friendly policies and lack of biases can play significant difference in the way women can be encouraged in the rising corporate ladder. 
• The rule of thumb always has to be rewarding on the basis of meritocracy to create gender equality.