Newsflash time – this week we lead off with a blog calling time on soft skills, and finish with a couple of listicles. What more could you want?

The Saga Of Soft Skills – HuffPost

Women in management: Commission moves closer to its target of at least 40% – European Commission

Canadians tackle gender identity in the workplace – The Inquirer (not the National Enquirer)

UK universities commit to online learning – London School of Business and Finance

6 office hacks to enhance productivity in the workplace – IOL

14 quotes about leadership from JFK  – Business Insider