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10 Free Things To Do in D.C. & Arlington
Discover 10 fun & free things your chapter can do this November while visiting D.C. and Arlington for the Ultimate DECA Power Trip.
Vector Marketing and DECA Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership
DECA proudly celebrates 20 years of partnership with Vector Marketing Corporation - a collaboration that has empowered DECA members and educators to succeed in and out of the classroom.
When Should You Take the SAT?
Taking the SAT is a vital step in the college application process. The key is to stay informed, plan ahead, and select the dates that align best with your academic and personal schedule.
Here Are 5 Themes for Your Next Chapter Meeting
Meeting themes are a great way to show your school that DECA is extraordinary. They also encourage and persuade someone unfamiliar with DECA to attend the meeting, boosting member retention.
The Ultimate DECA Power Trip is Calling!
The Ultimate DECA Power Trip is your chance to grow as a leader, to connect with global business minds and compete with the best in DECA. All while in the historic and legendary place of Arlington, Virginia.
Dancing With DECA: How to Go The Extra During Homecoming Week
The new school year starts with many events to amplify the school spirit, including football games, pep rallies, and, of course, homecoming. Here are three ways to make the most of it for your chapter!
Generation Z’s Buying Power is Reshaping Retail Trends and Revitalizing Malls
NRF’s Hot 25 Retailers list reflects the growing influence of Generation Z, and it likely won’t be the last list to do so. These retailers offer shoppers engaging experiences and curated events.
Three Hats, One Head: Balancing School, Work and DECA
Between classes, jobs and DECA, finding balance takes that extra effort. Here are four tips to help you effectively balance responsibilities and make the most of every opportunity!
How to Place a Custom Order with Shop DECA
Looking to personalize your DECA gear? The Shop DECA team has made creating and ordering custom merchandise for your chapter simple and easy.
Navigating Your College Decision: A Comprehensive Guide for High School Seniors
This comprehensive guide highlights important considerations for high school seniors that will equip and excite you for the next chapter of your life.
Go Virtual: A Guide to DECA's Online Events
The best part about DECA's online events? You don’t need a stage or a spotlight. With just your computer, you can take on some of DECA’s most dynamic challenges, test your business knowledge and even earn the chance to compete internationally.
Alumni: Tell Us Your DECA Story!
DECA Inc. is excited to launch a new platform for alumni to share their DECA stories, become future volunteers and get involved with their associations.
A Quick Guide to Understanding Servant Leadership
The concept of leadership has been around since the days of Aristotle and Plato and has evolved countless times throughout the centuries. But in 1970, a new theory emerged. Developed by Robert Greenleaf, servant leadership is the idea that empowered leaders serve their followers and to enable them to live and work to their full potential.
The Ethics of Leadership
Ethical leaders exist in all walks of life. They are the individuals who step forward when crises occur, come to the rescue of others and generally do what's right—no matter what. Anyone can talk the talk, but can they walk the walk? In today's high-visibility, social world, more people are taking note of leaders’ behavior and holding them accountable.
DECA Direct Magazine: Next Level Leadership
A new school year brings new chances to elevate your leadership to the next level. Discover fresh ideas to enhance your chapter and become a leader worth following in your school, community and beyond.
The Next Level is Inclusion
It has never been more important for emerging leaders to be characterized by teamwork, innovation, competency and integrity. Fortunately, those are the valued characteristics of DECA’s student leaders. What if this moment needs you and the unique values that drive your leadership?
Top Tips for Socially-distant Membership Recruitment
Building your chapter’s membership is one of the most important ways to set it up for success in the new school year. But what are the best ways to recruit within the “new normal” of more virtual interactions and less in-person activities? Learn how to recruit new members the socially-distant way with these top tips.
The Power of the Diamond
Throughout your DECA career, you’ll wear the blazer, throw up a DECA diamond symbol and add lots of blue to your wardrobe. You will also undoubtedly hear DECA’s core values and mission statement more times than you can count. But have you ever stopped to think about what they really mean?
Cultivate Your Chapter’s Culture
2020 is a year that has changed all of our lives. If your DECA chapter has experienced a decline in recent months, struggling to cope with virtual meetings and maintain engagement, your chapter culture may need a boost.
Discover Your DECA Leadership Style
There are hundreds of assessments to help you pinpoint your leadership traits, but the only one you need to take your leadership to the next level is the DECA Leadership Style Quiz.
Influence with Informal Leadership
While you may not have an official leadership title, you still have the ability to help take your chapter to the #NextLevel with your informal leadership influence. Read on to learn more about informal leadership and how you can use it to make this year a success for you and your chapter.
DECA Members Raise $7,000 Through the MDA Muscle Corp Program
DECA members raised over $7,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) this summer through the pilot MDA Muscle Corp Program. Twenty-one DECA members successfully completed the program and earned 40 hours of community service.
Mountain View High School Virtual Recruitment
Like for many chapters, this year’s DECA kickoff meeting was unique for Mountain View High School in Georgia. Even though the meeting was held through Zoom, the chapter still found a way to make it one of their best meetings yet.
10 Ideas for Collegiate DECA Freshman Recruitment
Collegiate DECA offers incredible opportunities for members, and every year dedicated officers aim to increase membership. However, it can be a struggle to think of new, creative ways to recruit new students. To help, explore these ten great ways to increase membership.
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The Nuances of Networking: A Conversation with Mr. Thom Coats
Maximize your networking potential with Professor Thom Coats' three-step approach: meet, converse and follow up. From polished LinkedIn profiles to shared meals, embrace continuous connection beyond conferences for lasting professional success.
Enhancing Community Engagement
This article emphasizes how members can become more involved in the community. This includes partnering locally, organizing community service projects and collaborating with other student organizations.
Tips for Creating Goals
Setting and achieving goals can be difficult and requires consistency, determination and a willingness to return from failure. Whether you want to learn to cook or start a business, creating goals is necessary.
Raising Voices for DECA: Legislative Advocacy
Washington DECA state officers kicked off CTE month with our annual Legislative Advocacy Day. We visited Washington’s state capitol in Olympia to advocate for DECA alongside state officers from seven other CTSOs.
Three Underrated Powers of Mentorship
Mentorship is a valuable tool, but many of its benefits are often overlooked. Arizona Collegiate DECA runs a mentorship program annually, and these are some of our biggest takeaways.
5 Study Tips for College Students
Finding effective studying strategies is key to helping you succeed in your classes and make the most of your college experience. Finding your perfect study space, effective notes, flashcards, study groups and practice tests are five things you can do to improve studying outcomes.
Creating A Sense of Community In Your Association
Arizona Collegiate DECA has focused on engagement and retention this academic year. We were able to increase our attendance at every association conference this year. Learn how we built our community in this article.
Spread the Love with DECA Valentines
To let your #DECAbestie or #DECAcrush know how much they mean to you, DECA has created valentines for you to share with your friends on February 14.
UW-Whitewater DECA Prepares for Competition with Canva Workshop and Challenge
UW-Whitewater DECA sharpened its competitive edge with a 2-week Canva workshop and competition. Members learned design skills to create impactful presentations, which is vital for DECA success.
Announcing the Winners of the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge
DECA Inc., Amazon and the International Trademark Association (INTA) are excited to announce the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge winners.
Case Study of the Week: Using Ticketing Kiosks to Gather Customer Information
Step into the role of a ticket sales representative at Wild Escape Amusement Park. Your supervisor has asked you how the park can gather customer information using ticketing kiosks.
A Look Back at DECA's Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference
DECA's 2024 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference was one for the books! With over 1,100 members in attendance, this conference has set a precedent for a year full of experiencing DECA's difference in preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.
