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Foods you thought were healthy…that aren’t So you’ve decided to start eating a healthier diet? Good for you! Loading up on more nutritious foods and cutting back on the junk is good, not only for your waistline, but also your health and well-being. But before you trade in that fast...
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It’s American Heart Month. What can you do to protect your heart? Cardiovascular disease is our nation's number one killer. Since 1963, the U.S. Congress has required the president to proclaim every February as “American Heart Month” in order to help urge everyone to join the battle...
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In a cash crunch? How to earn some extra money. Almost everybody needs a quick source of cash from time to time. Whether you just need to pay monthly bills or cover some unforeseen expense, it’s always good to have an extra source or two to fall back on. The following ideas are some general examples...
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How to organize a holiday work party on a small budget Budgets are tight and everyone is stressed. So what better way to reward employees after a year of hard work than a party? Even if your business traditionally has extravagant holiday parties, most employees will understand the need to cut back this...
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What are superfoods and why should you eat them? Superfoods are a group of natural (unprocessed), ultra-nutritious foods that provide many essential health benefits. They’re powerful enough to help lower your cholesterol, reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, and may even put you in a better...
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City of Hope™ October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Quill is partnering with City of Hope™ to raise money to support breast cancer research. All throughout our media this month you will see references made to City of Hope. Want to know more about the organization? Read on! Each year it...
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Ways to cut your commuting costs While fuel prices continue to rise, here are 5 simple things you can do to help curb the cost of driving: Public transportation Using public transportation is almost always a cheaper alternative to commuting solo, especially for those with long-distance drives. Light...
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Business packing tips Traveling is an everyday reality in the business world. Over time, veteran business travelers have been able to come up with ways to simplify being on the road. Here are some basic ideas to make your packing simple and free of headaches. Make a detailed list of all the products...
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Podcasts? What the Heck are Those Things? If you're like me, you're thinking, "Podcasts? What are those things?" But you’re too embarrassed to ask someone because you figure you should probably know this by now. Well, I found out for us! Podcasts are like syndicated radio or TV...
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National Drive Safe Month: Safe Driving Rules Everyone Should Follow Everyone has been irritated by a bad driver and everyone probably has been that bad driver. Here are some things you should keep in mind that will keep you safe and could prevent you from being a victim of road rage. Use turn signals...
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Mother's Day mom-isms Oh, moms. They have something insightful to say about everything – always ready with a warning/threat or sage advice for wayward children. The older generation of moms seemed to be more threatening and creative with their lines. "Don't touch the furnace or it'll...
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10 ways you can help save the planet This is not a drill – it's really happening. We're going green, and there's no turning back. So what realistic, everyday things – way more easy than installing solar panels on your roof and buying a hybrid car – can you do to lighten...
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How to save money by “going green” Would you like to save the planet and put some green back in your pocket? It’s really easy. By making some small changes in your habits, you can easily do both. Here are some ways. Even if now is not the time for you to get a new hybrid vehicle, you...
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Top 10 Valentine’s Day Movies There is something about Valentine’s Day that makes couples want to cuddle up and watch a movie. For those who are alone on this day, somehow a big bowl of popcorn and a movie makes it seem like it isn’t so bad. Now, what movie to pick? There are so many...
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Make This a Happy New Year by Saving $1000 Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have an extra $1000 (or more) next year—Money that you could do anything with? It does not have to be a fantasy. Anybody can do it. So, let’s start planning. First, decide what you want to do with the extra money...