You might have heard that a major office supply company has announced that they're closing select stores across America. Some of these closings might, unfortunately, affect you. Undoubtedly these are difficult times, but I want to tell you this with confidence: Quill is the office supply company you can count on today—and tomorrow, too! There
Hi—I'm Mike Patriarca, the new President of Quill. I’m writing to you today while looking out my office window at the turning leaves on a beautiful autumn afternoon. The scene reminds me very much of where I grew up in New England. While I still miss the beaches of Rhode Island, I’ve also come to really appreciate the Midwest.
Dear Reader, Women friendships can sometimes be complicated. Sometimes there’s jealousy and competition, but there’s also compassion, trust and understanding. Girlfriends are those people you can tell your secrets to, laugh over embarrassing stories with, and share life experiences. And September 21 marks the 10 th annual National Women’s
Quick tips on Customer Service from Quill Customer Service Manager Sherry Posch An apology costs nothing, but can cost the business when not shared or sincere. It takes months to earn a customer, seconds to lose one. Follow the “Golden Rule.” Treat your customer as you’d expect to be treated; extend yourself to make a positive and
Protect-A-Dog and the Penny Princess One 13-year-old girl in California proves that collecting change makes a lot of sense. Six years ago, Alyssa Mayorga began collecting pennies that she found on the street and around her house. She knew that by saving the pennies, the money would add up. Alyssa used the money to buy Christmas presents for kids at
Come On, Get Happy! Five Things You Can Do to Be Happy The Bradys seemed pretty happy, what with all the bright clothes and fun times. But not everyone can have a perfect family and a funny maid. So what do real-life people do to be – and stay – happy? According to O Magazine , they do these things (with some of our own thrown in): 1. Let
The Time to Start Saving for College is Now! September is National College Savings Month, the ideal time to begin a program for your children or maybe re-think your existing savings plan. A U.S. Congressional Resolution officially recognized September as College Savings Month in 2003. The College Savings Plans Network has been joined by more than 40
How to Keep Your Brain Sharp Forgetting to pick up a loaf of bread at the store and misplacing car keys happens to everyone. Unfortunately, as our schedules get busier, stress levels increase, and we get older, it becomes more difficult to remember things. Luckily, there are quite a few things you can do that will help keep your brain sharp and active
What Certificate Programs Increase Your Value to Potential Employers? Certificate programs are a series of courses designed to give students a relatively quick (they generally require about 30 credits compared to around 120 for undergrad degrees), yet extensive professional training in a specific field. Programs focus on a variety of areas—from