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Top 5 DECA Moments of 2020
The past year was full of new experiences within DECA. We learned how to be emerging leaders from our homes during a global pandemic, adjusted to virtual competition and rocked online conferences. With 2020 behind us, let’s take a trip down memory lane and look back on all of the fun DECA memories we made.
Spread the Love This Holiday Season
Are you looking to get involved with your community and make an impact this holiday season? Here are five ways to spread some holiday cheer!
3 Tips for Surviving Your Virtual Final Exams
It is hard to believe that the first semester is already coming to a close, but alas, the time has come. In a world of virtual classes, most exams also look different this year, but having effective study habits is just as important as ever. Here are three tips to be successful on your virtual final exams.
2020-2021 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA congratulates finalist teams in the first round of the 2020-2021 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC). They have earned the opportunity to compete at the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) this spring.
Helping the Community in a Time of Need
Even with everything thrown our way in 2020, DECA's emerging leaders still find ways to support our communities!
Watch Now: Executive Mentor Roundtable on De-stressing
Check out DECA’s Executive Mentor Roundtable on “De-stressing." Two executives share how stress—good and bad—plays a role in their everyday lives and offer tips and tricks to help you manage your stress in your personal and professional life.
5 Gears for a Healthy Lifestyle
Let's face it: being an emerging leader is not easy! We’re supposed to get good grades, be involved in our community, excel in extracurriculars and gain job experience. So, how can we manage it all? Read on the learn about the Five Gears!
DECA Direct Magazine: De-stress
Between school, volunteering, extracurricular activities and DECA, there’s never a shortage of things to do! Learn how to hit pause, slow down and discover the best ways to manage your stress.
5 Apps to Ease Your Stress
Looking to beat bad stress? Rather than endlessly scrolling through Instagram or stress-shopping on Amazon, turn to these apps to breathe, play and move your way to less stress!
Build Better Habits (and Break Your Bad Ones!)
Having the right habits is more important than ever as you navigate a busy school year. Read on to learn how you can create better habits in any area of your life, plus our tips and tricks for getting rid of your bad habits for good!
Mindfulness Your Way
You may have heard about mindfulness in one of your classes, and perhaps you’ve even tried meditating a time or two. For many people, meditation and other mindfulness practices are a go-to source for stress relief, getting in the zone before a role-play or resetting emotions after encountering an upsetting situation.
De-stress for Success
Life will always throw challenges your way, but the biggest challenges present opportunities for the greatest rewards. So, what’s the best way to manage stress? While there is no one-size-fits-all answer, here are some of the ways that work best for me.
The Value of Summer Employment
There are many valuable takeaways from summer employment. Summer jobs can reinforce your soft skills, build your comfort zone and lead to expanding your professional network.
Case Study of the Week: Diversity in Holidays
Step into the role of director of human resources at Healthy Smiles, a regional chain of dentistry clinics with 40 locations. The president wants Healthy Smiles to be ethical and has asked you to determine how to best serve all employees.
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Stacy Oakley: Ecosystem Builder in Action
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week by learning about DECA Advisor Stacy Oakley. She is more than just an educator; Oakley is a connector, an investor in the lives of her students, past and present, and an ecosystem builder in action.
Get to Know Your Collegiate DECA Executive Officers
During this year's DECA ICDC in Orlando, DECA members selected the leaders that will serve during the upcoming school year. As they prepare for the next year, discover more about who they are and where they come from.
Collegiate DECA Honors Advisors for Years of Service
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 for their years of service to Collegiate DECA.
Case Study of the Week: Designing Pricing Strategies
Step into the role of general manager at Office Cleaning Professionals, a company that provides contract cleaning service to businesses in the community. The owner of the company wants you to introduce new pricing incentives that will result in clients paying all fees upfront rather than monthly.
Download ICDC 2023 Certificates and Competitor Transcripts
Learn how to download certificates and competitive event transcripts from DECA's 2023 Collegiate and High School International Career Development Conferences.
Fidelity In 30: Picking A Stock
Stocks are a little like, well, socks. There are so many kinds to consider, you might be wondering how to pick one. You can start by looking for what you geek out on, a company that makes something you love, then unravel what they do.
Case Study of the Week: The Need for Professional Development
Step into the role of an administrative services assistant at Midtown Technical College. A co-worker has asked you why it’s important to take advantage of the company’s professional development opportunities.
DECA Announces the 2023-2024 Membership Theme: Experience the Difference
Not all experiences are created equal, and DECA is one of a kind! When you become a member of DECA, you’re one step closer to making your college and career dreams a reality.
DECA Inc. Honors 2023 Outstanding Service Award Recipient, Dr. Jeffrey Victor
DECA Inc. congratulates the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.
DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.
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DECA's 2024 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced
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 2024 DECA Advocacy Campaign.
Cape Henlopen DECA Hits Jackpot with Game Show
The Cape Henlopen DECA Officers worked diligently for the past nine months to create a fundraising game show experience like “The Price is Right!” The fundraising expectations were far exceeded as they raised money for DECA ICDC.
Case Study of the Week: Ethical Awards in Travel and Tourism
Step into the role of the director of brand experience for Reservation.com, an online travel agency. The vice president wants you to analyze an ethical situation involving top partners and make a recommendation.
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Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2024 MDA Disability is Diversity Challenge
DECA and MDA are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Disability is Diversity Challenge. During this challenge, students created a focused presentation that highlighted the obstacles and experiences of navigating an educational environment with differing abilities.
Exploring Austin with Texas Collegiate DECA
One of the hardest parts of exploring a new city is deciding what to do and where to eat. We’ve got you covered! Our officers have put together a list of some local (and personal) favorites for you to try out.
Congratulations to the 2024 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners
DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Leadership Passport Recipients
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 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.
Case Study of the Week: Security and Information Privacy in Healthcare
Step into the role of an employee at Graham Healthcare, a healthcare and insurance company. A co-worker has asked to explain why security and information privacy are important in operations.
Experience the Difference with Fundraising this Spring Semester
Explore several ways to maximize funding during the spring semester. Prepare for conference season and the last few events of the semester with the following spring fundraising ideas!
Voting Delegate: Your Voice Matters
As a member of Collegiate DECA, you have the unique opportunity to influence the direction and decisions of DECA through your role as a voting delegate. In this article, we will talk about the importance of this position and how you can maximize your impact within DECA.
Collegiate DECA ICDC: Going for Glass
With exciting memories to make and Collegiate DECA ICDC right around the corner, here are some tips from members on how to guarantee the DECA Glass and make the most out of your time in Austin.
Navigating the Excitement of CDECA ICDC
Mark your calendars, gather your team and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime at Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference in Austin, Texas. See you there!
