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Stress to Success: How to Use "Good Stress" to Succeed in Competition

Nov 3, 2020

Stress is often perceived as a negative experience, but the right kind of stress can actually fuel your success in competition and beyond. Read on to learn about "good stress", how to distinguish it from the bad and ways you can harness it to take your competitive edge to the next level!

Leadership

Work Out the Stress

Nov 3, 2020

Today’s teens pack a lot into their busy schedules, which has caused stress levels and anxiety to increase in recent years. D’Andre Vasquez, DECA’s 2019-2020 High School Division President, discusses how he handles the stress in his life and how you can too!

Leadership

How to Fight Off Zoom Fatigue

Nov 3, 2020

Whether it’s trying to combat Zoom fatigue or attempting to deal with the strain and stress that comes from staring at a screen all day, here are three tips to help you de-stress in an age of virtual living.

College Success

Take the Stress Out of DECA Scholarship Applications

Nov 3, 2020

Each year, DECA awards over $200,000 in scholarships to deserving high school and college members. Here are five tips to help take the stress out of applying for DECA scholarships.

Leadership

5 Tips to Take Your Productivity to the #NextLevel

Nov 3, 2020

Schoolwork, volunteering, extracurricular activities, DECA... can you really do it all without endless all-nighters? We think so! Check out five of our favorite ways to level-up your schedules, to-do lists and priorities for peak productivity.

Career Insights

Managing Stress as a Small Business Owner

Nov 3, 2020

After six years as a small business owner and entrepreneur, I’ve adapted a few habits and philosophies that have helped me along the way. Here’s what I’ve learned.

Leadership

Good Stress, Bad Stress: Find Your Sweet Spot

Nov 3, 2020

We all experience stress on a daily basis, but the amount we experience depends on how well we cope with the various stressors in our lives. Here are a few tips to help you identify good versus bad stress and find the perfect balance.

Spotlights

2020 DECA Pumpkin Contest Winners

Nov 2, 2020

Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! This year's contest had a record-shattering 530+ submissions from members all across the DECA world. The selection process was not easy, but the members have voted and we are excited to announce the top three winners in each category!

Leadership

November is Native American History Month

Nov 1, 2020

November is National Native American History Month. Here are three ways that you can celebrate.

College Success

Virtual College Search Tips for Finding Your Dream School

Oct 27, 2020

Whether you are doing initial research and creating your list of potential colleges or you are a senior getting ready to apply, this guide will help you find useful resources to aid you in your college application and decision process.

Leadership

Top Tips to Stay on Top of Your To-Do List

Oct 27, 2020

Are you struggling to stay focused and get your work done? If the answer is "yes," then you are in the right place! Read on for five tips to help you stay on top of your to-do list during the school year.

Leadership

Manage Your Tasks Like a Pro

Oct 27, 2020

Do you ever feel like you are racing against the clock to meet deadlines and complete assignments? If you struggle with procrastination, a task management plan will help you focus on the task at hand. A simple change in habits could make a gigantic difference!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Paid vs Unpaid Internships

Oct 9, 2023

Step into the roles of the director of human resources and the director of employee relations at Cromwell Realty. The president of the company wants to begin offering unpaid internships to staff open positions and wants your feedback.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Opening a Franchise

Oct 2, 2023

Step into the role of a small business consultant. A client wants to start a business and has asked you for information about franchises.

College Success

Mastering Time Management While in College

Oct 1, 2023

With classes, assignments, social activities and possibly a part-time job, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But fear not! We're here to help you navigate the college journey with some simple and effective time management strategies.

Chapter Strategy

Unlocking Success with DECA’s Leadership Passport Progam

Oct 1, 2023

Searching for a way to keep your Collegiate DECA members excited and engaged? Look no further than Collegiate DECA’s Leadership Passport Program!

Career Insights

Your Ultimate Guide to Career Fair Success

Oct 1, 2023

Nervous about attending your university’s career fair this year and landing an internship or job? Here are the 6 Key Steps to preparing for Career Fair success and landing endless opportunities with the companies you meet!

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: September 2023

Sep 29, 2023

Check out what you missed on the September 2023 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Preventing Identity Theft

Sep 25, 2023

Step into the role of a financial resource consultant. Your young client is nervous about identity theft and has asked you how identity thieves obtain personal information to steal identities, actions the client can take to protect their personal information and steps to take to safely manage finances using mobile technology.

Career Insights

NRF Opportunities for Collegiate DECA Members

Sep 18, 2023

Prepare for your retail career with the National Retail Federation Foundation with these virtual events and scholarship opportunities.

College Success

Scholarship Applications 101

Sep 18, 2023

As you begin your scholarship profile and applications, it’s important to remember application requirements, important information and tips for submissions. Scholarships are due January 12, 2024!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Risks vs Benefits of Drive-thrus

Sep 18, 2023

Step into the role of the director of operations for Shake-A-Palooza, a chain of quick service restaurants. The president of Shake-A-Palooza wants to understand how adding drive-thrus to the 20 new locations could benefit the location, sales and the customers.

Compete

Top 5 Tips for Prepared Events

Sep 15, 2023

DECA's prepared events require a written project and a prepared presentation, and some require participants to take a career cluster exam. As you begin working on your prepared event for the year, check out these five tips to help you throughout the process!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Successful Channels for Size Inclusion

Sep 11, 2023

Step into the role of the merchandising manager for Hot Shot, an apparel chain that targets Gen Z and young Millennial females. The vice president wants you to choose a distribution plan for a new product line.

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Case Study of the Week: Why Bother With a Warehouse Club Business Membership?

Mar 31, 2025

Step into the role of the chief strategist at Clubco, a chain of membership-only warehouse club retail stores. The CEO wants you to differentiate the business membership from the regular membership to increase new business memberships.

Conferences

Introducing the DECA ICDC 2025 Keynote Speaker

Mar 28, 2025

DECA is pleased to announce that Rob Lawless, will deliver the keynote during the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

Conferences

Download the 2025 Collegiate DECA ICDC App

Mar 28, 2025

Get ready to gather with 1,300 DECA members at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference in San Francisco, CA. Download the conference app to start planning your custom experience.

Conferences

Introducing the Collegiate DECA ICDC 2025 Keynote Speaker

Mar 28, 2025

DECA is pleased to announce that Rob Lawless, will deliver the keynote during the 2025 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2025-2026 Membership Theme: Go The Extra

Mar 25, 2025

As emerging leaders, you know that success is more than just meeting expectations—it’s about exceeding them. This year, we dare you to Go The Extra—the extra mile, the extra step, the extra level on the path to achieving your college and career goals.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2024-2025 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 24, 2025

DECA is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Beyond the Regular Product Collection

Mar 24, 2025

Step into the role the owner of Beyond, a luggage and travel accessories brand. Your business partner wants you to propose two different special collections that Beyond can create.

DECA News

Announcing the 2025 Invest Innovation in Action Challenge Winners

Mar 18, 2025

DECA Inc. and Invest are excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Innovation in Action: Driving Next Gen to Insurance Careers Challenge.

DECA News

DECA's 2025 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced

Mar 18, 2025

February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2025 DECA Advocacy Campaign.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: WHO CARES ABOUT MY CREDIT SCORE?!

Mar 17, 2025

Step into the role of a financial advisor. A client does not understand why a credit report and credit score are needed to secure an automobile loan and needs you to explain.

Career Insights

What to Know About the Consumer in 2025

Mar 15, 2025

Last year, consumers proved their resiliency yet again, demonstrating a willingness and ability to spend in the face of inflation, higher interest rates and more. And looking ahead, consumers continue to face an uncertain environment.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Leadership Passport Recipients

Mar 11, 2025

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.