One Big Idea

ONE BIG IDEA One big idea – simple, inspirational, and repeated – can change your world; One idea that everyone from the very top of your organization to the people you serve all understand. Today, it is that one big idea that is often sorely missed in our cluttered world of communication, social media, and […]

“But I tell you ‘I love you’ on our anniversary!”

A friend shared with me that their partner of many years wanted to end the relationship and said, “You never tell me that you love me anymore.”  My friend’s response? “Of course I do! I tell you every year on our anniversary. You know I love you.” Obviously once a year was not enough. How often […]

Navigating grief and loss

You may be familiar with Quillo as a space for positivity – uplifting messages, encouragement, and words of support. However, life is not always sunshine and daisies. Unfortunately the experience of grief is one that likely comes for each of us at some point or another. The past year-and-a-half is no exception with the impact […]

As the Barriers Come Down

With certain progress made around the Covid-19 pandemic, this period of re-opening may come with a mix of emotions: concern, excitement, questions, nerves, opportunities, and more. Quillo recaps some of the experiences of this past year as well as looks to the future. While it was a difficult year for all in one way or […]

Celebrating Quillo’s 3rd Anniversary

Quillo is celebrating our 3rd anniversary this March! Whether you’ve been with Quillo since the beginning or have recently, we’re so grateful you are part of the Quillo community. Here is to the next chapter, building Better Relationships and Better Lives. Watch the video for more!

A Tool that Inspires

In September, people shared their thoughts with us in totally unscripted moments. We captured why they use Quillo and what they appreciate about their organization providing it to them. These quotes from our Quillo users are just a few perspectives of what using Quillo means to them, personally and professionally.   “I’d like to work with […]

Do you really make a difference for your team?

Do you really make a difference for your team?  Ever wonder about that?  With days so very full, you know your work makes a difference – but how do you decide where to spend those precious minutes of your workday?  Sometimes we feel we don’t have a choice – the unexpected email, meeting after meeting, […]

“The shortest distance between two people” (Patti Digh)

“The shortest distance between two people is a story.” (Patti Digh) Curious to learn more about Quillo? In the video below, John and Sue introduce Quillo during  Charting the LifeCourse 2020 Virtual Showcase, introducing Quillo’s philosophy and approach to engage, inspire, and educate. This was filmed in September 2020 as a LifeCourse Friday Feature. Quillo is […]

Words of Encouragement from John Dickerson

Without a doubt, 2020 has been a challenging year. Direct Support Professionals and others in the field are working incredibly hard, and the work they do is essential to supporting people with disabilities. When the leadership team at NADSP (National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals) asked Quillo’s CEO, John Dickerson, to share some words of […]

“Thank U” signs – where do DSPs fit?

Recently while walking my dog, I’ve seen “Thank U” signs like the one shown here, speckling the yards of the neighborhood. Colorful and thoughtful, they are a good reminder of the essential workers who are on the front lines of this pandemic. The sign includes symbols for various professions: there are badges for healthcare workers […]