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DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 46th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 46th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 9,100 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.7 years.

Case Study of the Week: Promoting Hot Beverages
Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Conway’s, a drive-in fast food restaurant chain. The director of marketing wants you to inform the public of a new product line.

Size Up Your Future Employer to Boost Your Career Opportunities
Finding a match with a prospective employer is complicated and takes time. Job seekers will want to prioritize organizations that invest in their employees and provide professional development opportunities, mentorship and other benefits!

SCCC DECA Earns Prestigious 100+ Membership Banner
At the Missouri Regional meeting in September, the Saline County Career Center DECA chapter was awarded and recognized with a 100+ Chapter member banner for 2023 membership.

9 Reasons Why Applying Early Action Is a Smart Move
Being a senior in high school means you have a lot going on — and applying Early Action to colleges might feel like another task for your to-do list. But there are tons of benefits to applying Early Action. Here are nine reasons why Early Action is a smart move for any senior.

Case Study of the Week: Paid vs Unpaid Internships
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.

One DECA: October 2023
Check out what you missed on the October 2023 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Walhalla DECA Officers Show Their Commitment
Walhalla DECA Officers put their skills to the test when they attended a networking event searching for the perfect judges for their upcoming region competition.

Tips for Finding Your College Fit
College is a big decision. You have all the tools you need to make it the best experience possible, but the research you do now is crucial. Since there is so much to think about, use these tips to help you choose the program that’s right for you.

Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Opening a Franchise
Step into the role of a small business consultant. A client wants to start a business and has asked you for information about franchises.

Corporate Challenges: What They Entail and Why Members Should Participate
Seven of DECA’s corporate partners are offering Corporate Challenges for our High School Division members! In this article, learn more about our Corporate Challenges, links to get more information, what they each entail and important dates.

Celebrating Spooky Season: DECA Style
Autumn vibes are officially in the air, which means it is time for some Halloween-themed chapter events! Here are some scary good tricks to treat your chapter this Halloween.

Watch the #CDECAICDC 2024 Promo Video
Get the edge at the biggest event of the year – The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Austin, Texas on April 20-23, 2024.

Case Study of the Week: How to Bring Tourists to Cats?
Step into the role of director of marketing for Prairie Town Cat Sanctuary. The executive director wants you to determine how to integrate better customer service practices to increase the number of daily visitors.

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

Watch Now: DECA's 2023-2024 Membership Video
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: Digital Deals to Gain New Customers
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.

Break the Ice at Collegiate DECA Chapter Meetings
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!

Endless Opportunities Await You This Year
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.

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure
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.

DECAdventure Awaits
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.

Level Up Your Content Creation Experience with Content Calendars
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!

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

The 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Guide is Now Available
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.
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Case Study of the Week: To Rent or To Buy
Step into the role of a real estate agent. A client is having a difficult time deciding whether to rent or buy a home and has asked for your input.

Testing Tips for Collegiate DECA Competitive Success
Collegiate DECA competitive event testing can be difficult. With so many questions in so little time, here are some tips and tricks to approach exam practice and CDECA ICDC testing.

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.