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4 Tips for Summer Job and Internship Success

Jun 3, 2020

For many students, finding a summer job, career-defining internship or even a well-paid career can be challenging, and the current job market does not make it any easier. Additionally, some students are enduring the nightmare of having their internship or a job offer revoked, while others are shifting to working remotely.

Chapter Strategy

Using Zoom to Unlock New Learning Opportunities

Jun 1, 2020

It’s safe to say that 2020 has thrown just about everyone for a loop. Like many educators, Sharon Cutler, a 15-year DECA chapter advisor and teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, has been looking for unique ways to engage her students through distance learning.

Career Insights

Mastering Virtual Interviews

May 26, 2020

A hiring manager emails to tell you they'd like you to interview for your dream position -- virtually. Now what? Watch this video to help you master your next virtual interview.

DECA News

Meet the 2020-2021 DECA Executive Officer Team

May 8, 2020

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2020-2021 DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent DECA members around the globe and take our organization to the next level.

College Success

Tips for Acing Finals while Social Distancing

May 4, 2020

While finals this year will likely be accompanied by new challenges, that doesn’t mean they should be feared! Follow the steps below to ace your upcoming final exams with confidence.

DECA News

DECA Members Receive Over $4.2 Million in Army ROTC Scholarships

May 2, 2020

Twenty-four DECA members are the recipients of over $4.2 million in scholarships from the Army ROTC.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Members' Years of Service

Apr 30, 2020

Congratulations to several outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

Career Insights

Watch Now: Emerging Professional Conversations

Apr 28, 2020

Engage in a conversation with former DECA Inc. executive officers turned emerging professionals. Learn how they leveraged their DECA experience to earn success in college and their careers. Watch now.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40-55 Years of Service

Apr 28, 2020

The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.

Career Insights

Watch Now: Executive Mentor Roundtable

Apr 28, 2020

Learn what it takes to become a successful business professional from a roundtable of accomplished executives in each of these career areas. Watch now.

Leadership

Watch Now: Leadership Lessons from Geekdom

Apr 28, 2020

Learn about the quirky subcultures and communities born out of the fixation of various interests, uncover the powerful success behaviors geeks exhibit, and find practical guidance as an emerging leader and how to tap into strengths in your teams. Watch now.

Spotlights

Creative Collaboration in Challenging Times

Apr 28, 2020

As schools across the country began closing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, students and teachers quickly began adjusting to distance learning and new instructional methods. Luckily, DECA and AT&T were there to help!

Chapter Strategy

Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guidebook: Your Chapter’s Guide to Success

Aug 9, 2023

The new Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is your "one-stop shop" for important resources and year-round information to help you Experience the Difference in your chapter this year.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2023-2024 Membership Video

Aug 8, 2023

Get ready to Experience DECA! Check out DECA's 2023-2024 membership video to help your chapter show why the DECA experience is one of a kind during recruitment.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Digital Deals to Gain New Customers

Aug 7, 2023

Step into the role of director of client relations for Digideals. The president wants you to choose one or two business types and then create a marketing plan that will be presented to the businesses to persuade them to partner with Digideals.

Chapter Strategy

Break the Ice at Collegiate DECA Chapter Meetings

Aug 1, 2023

At the first chapter meeting of the year, you need to develop a strong first impression that will impress potential new members and excite existing members for the year. Here are 10 Icebreakers to start your year with a bang!

DECA News

Endless Opportunities Await You This Year

Aug 1, 2023

Whether you aspire to become a successful entrepreneur, a respected marketing professional or a leader in the business world, Collegiate DECA is your gateway to achieving those goals. Join Collegiate DECA today and unlock endless opportunities that will shape your future for years to come.

Leadership

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure

Aug 1, 2023

Success and fulfillment are not straight lines. Success is impossible without failure. Isaac will show you that regardless of where you are in this organization and no matter how you define success, DECA can start you on your life’s ultimate power trip.

Chapter Strategy

DECAdventure Awaits

Aug 1, 2023

The ultimate DECAdventure awaits you! Grab your fellow members and brace yourselves for an action-packed year filled with thrilling competitions, hands-on learning experiences and impactful service initiatives.

Chapter Strategy

Level Up Your Content Creation Experience with Content Calendars

Jul 31, 2023

Creating and using a content calendar will prepare your chapter for success and leave you feeling less stressed during the school year. In this article, learn what a content calendar is and dive into the five steps on how to use it for a better content-creation experience this year!

Spotlights

Growing as a Leader in Collegiate DECA: Empowering Student Success Together

Jul 24, 2023

DECA has many opportunities to grow as a leader and extend a helping hand to your fellow students, empowering them to flourish as well. Together, let us learn how to foster a culture of leadership excellence within Collegiate DECA and create a brighter future for the leaders of tomorrow.

DECA News

The 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Guide is Now Available

Jul 12, 2023

The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: July 2023

Jul 6, 2023

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

College Success

Student Opportunities on Campus

Jul 3, 2023

Whether you’re in a community college or university, there are a limitless number of opportunities made available to students to students by their campus. Here are three ways to take advantage of what your college offers!

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7 Questions That Get You Thinking Like an Entrepreneur

Jan 25, 2019

Curious about what goes on in the mind of an entrepreneur? Read on to learn how successful entrepreneurs think, and start developing your own entrepreneurial mindset for DECA and beyond.

Career Insights

How to Start a Business When You're a Busy Student

Jan 25, 2019

If you’ve been bitten by the entrepreneurial bug, then you’re probably dreaming of starting a business but may not know where to start. Let me tell you… I’ve been there. I know what it’s like to start a business as a busy college student with many competing priorities.

Career Insights

Listen and Learn: 3 Podcasts for Emerging Entrepreneurs

Jan 25, 2019

If you are an emerging entrepreneur, then you already know that seeking out new skills and strategies is essential to turn your ideas into reality. But between school, homework and extracurricular activities, finding time to read the right books and keep up with the latest blogs can be a struggle – not ideal when maximizing your productivity is crucial to success.

DECA News

2018-2019 Chapter Campaign Winners Announced

Jan 9, 2019

Congratulations again to all of our chapters who participated in chapter campaigns this year and have taken advantage of how DECA makes you #ReadyForIt. Announcing the winners of the 2018-2019 Chapter Campaigns.

DECA News

DECA's 2017-2018 #Limitless Chapter Campaign Winners

Jan 9, 2019

Congrats to the #Limitless chapters that participated in this year’s chapter campaigns!

DECA News

DECA Idea Challenge 2018 Winning Teams

Jan 4, 2019

A premier event of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), the DECA Idea Challenge dared elementary through university students to generate a new use for paper clips in merely a week! In addition to reinventing the item, teams were to create a video pitch of their new product.

Compete

Tips for Your DECA Project Management Event Presentation

Jan 1, 2019

DECA’s Project Management Events provide opportunities to engage chapter members in projects that have a lasting impact on the school and community.

Leadership

Hey Google, What Makes a Great Team?

Jan 1, 2019

In 2012, Google embarked on an initiative — code-named Project Aristotle — to study hundreds of Google’s teams and figure out why some stumbled while others soared. They gathered some of the company’s best statisticians, organizational psychologists, sociologists, engineers and researchers.

Leadership

4 Steps to Resolve Any Team Conflict

Jan 1, 2019

Let's be real. There will be a point in your life when you must work in a team. Whether it’s a school group project, an association officer team, or a department assignment at a future job, it is imperative that you are equipped with the knowledge on how to deal with team conflict.

Leadership

5 Tips to Master the Art of Delegation

Jan 1, 2019

Nobody likes to work on a mismanaged project, and you should not want to lead one. By implementing the following five pieces of advice, you will be equipped to lead larger, more complex projects, which will produce higher quality outcomes.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2018-2019 Stock Market Game Session 1 Top Competitors

Dec 28, 2018

An acclaimed program from the SIFMA Foundation, the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game™ is an online simulation that challenges teams with building and managing a $100,000 virtual investment portfolio of stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Participants manage all aspects of the portfolio including asset selection, buying and selling.

DECA News

2018-2019 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers

Dec 20, 2018

Congratulations to all Virtual Business Challenge participants! Looking to earn a spot at ICDC? It is not too late! The second qualifying round begins January 8, 2019. Learn more.