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Finding Your DECA Competition Soul Mate

Sep 15, 2016

It’s the beginning of the year and competition season is just around the corner. Deciding on which role-play or written project to choose may largely depend on who you wish to compete with, but before you go full throttle with your first pick, make sure to weigh out the strengths and weaknesses that your potential team may have.

Leadership

4 Skills for Effective Teamwork

Jul 8, 2016

If you are athletic and grew up playing a lot of organized sports, or if you were involved in your school’s student council or theater productions, you already may be very familiar with group dynamics and working on a team; however, if you didn’t, working on a team may be somewhat new to you.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2015-2016

Mar 18, 2016

Congratulations to these EPIC members!

Compete

4 Presentation Tips to Help Your Wow Your Judge

Mar 1, 2016

The difference between a good case study presentation and a great case study presentation is the delivery of the content you’ve created.

Compete

Tips for Taking DECA Exams

Jan 25, 2016

Doing well on the exam not only means you could make it on stage at your association conference, but you could also move on to the International Career Development Conference! Follow these three steps to do your best!

Compete

DECA Goes Lean in Entrepreneurship

Jul 28, 2015

DECA will begin using new terminology and outlines in many of its Entrepreneurship Events.

Compete

5 Tips for Taking On the DECA Competition

May 6, 2015

Hear how one member took advantage of their ICDC experience to gather competition tips from other international competitors.

Compete

Competition Tips from ICDC Qualifiers

Apr 7, 2015

Ever wondered how students who compete at ICDC do so well and make it to the international conference? We took to the halls of ICDC to find out! Here are some inside tips from competitors on how to best prepare for competition and make it to ICDC!

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2014-2015

Mar 23, 2015

Congratulations to this year's scholarship recipients.

Compete

Don't Get Flustered Over Your DECA Cluster Exam

Jan 9, 2015

Are you feeling flustered about your cluster exams? Though they are often overlooked, these exams can make or break your chance at winning in competition.

Compete

7 Tips to Help You Ace Your Role-play

Jan 9, 2015

Don't be scared of DECA role-plays! Instead, prepare for them with these awesome tips.

Compete

DECA's Written and Prepared Events Support Project-based Learning

Sep 1, 2014

DECA advisors are first and foremost, classroom teachers. DECA’s written and prepared events are used by advisors as authentic learning experiences to help students learn and develop skills outlined in the curriculum.

College Success

High School vs. College Intro Business Classes

Dec 20, 2022

Are you looking to further your education in business? Here are my takeaways as a current student at an AACSB-accredited university that took three years of business courses in high school.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Recruiting Teens for Summer Jobs

Dec 19, 2022

Step into the role of human resources manager for Boardwalk Eats, a restaurant chain with 15 locations, all on popular coastlines. The owner of the chain has asked you for advice on how to best market employment opportunities to teenagers.

Career Insights

10 Business, Marketing and Hospitality Trends to Watch in 2023

Dec 15, 2022

Are you looking to get the edge in your next DECA role-play? Brush up on the top business, marketing and hospitality trends that companies will be watching in 2023.

Spotlights

Workshops for the Leaders of Tomorrow

Dec 15, 2022

Want to learn how your DECA Chapter can prepare your members for their future careers by expanding upon their personal and professional skills? Read about Cypress Bay High School’s Career Development Project and how they prepare emerging leaders at the bay!

Chapter Strategy

Five Ways to Survive Mid-Term Season

Dec 14, 2022

When mid-term exams are mixed with the mid-year slump, it tends to create problems regarding productivity and motivation, while also experiencing burnout. Here are five easy ways to help you survive the mid-term season!

Leadership

Be Consistent with Core Values

Dec 12, 2022

The "Be Consistent with Core Values" episode features Steve Holmes, the Non-Executive Chairman of Wyndham Worldwide & Wyndham Destinations.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Declaring Dividends

Dec 12, 2022

Step into the role of the controller of a publicly traded company called, Textron, Inc. The vice president of finance will be presenting information to the board of directors and needs your input.

Spotlights

SCCC DECA Attends the New York Experience Conference

Dec 9, 2022

Students from SCCC DECA attended DECA's New York Experience for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to New York City. The trip was full of exciting learning experiences about different aspects of marketing, business, entrepreneurship, hospitality, and finance.

Spotlights

POB DECA Is Stronger Together

Dec 8, 2022

One amazing aspect of DECA is supporting  causes that positively impact the community and change the course of people's lives. Throughout the month of October POB DECA partnered with Stacy's Warriors, a local breast cancer charity, to raise over $9,000.

DECA News

DECA’s Workforce Development Summit: Industry Trends

Dec 6, 2022

College and career partners discuss the current and future industry forecasts as well as trends that are changing the landscape.

DECA News

DECA’s Workforce Development Summit: College + Career Readiness

Dec 6, 2022

College and career partners discuss how we can master the DECA member experience by aligning with workforce needs, delivering real industry experience and developing skills necessary for college and career success.

DECA News

DECA’s Workforce Development Summit: Fueling the Talent Pipeline

Dec 6, 2022

College and career partners discuss how DECA and industry partners can work with educators to build a successful talent pipeline and utilize DECA members to fill voids within the workplace.

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Chapter Strategy

DECA Dreamin’ and Academic Gleamin’

Jan 1, 2024

Whether you're a seasoned student or a wide-eyed freshman, here's a comprehensive guide to help you kick off the next semester confidently, focusing on academic excellence, DECA success and self-care.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Economics of Baby Diapers

Jan 1, 2024

Step into the role of the general manager at a local Care More drugstore. The district manager wants you to decide how to price a private label product and explain reasons for the pricing decision.

Chapter Strategy

Appreciating the Unsung Heroes of DECA

Jan 1, 2024

Your chapter advisors have fostered your love and success thus far in DECA, and their efforts may often go unnoticed, so here are some ideas to appreciate all they do for you!

DECA News

On the Horizon: Gauging Your Fit for DECA Executive Office

Jan 1, 2024

Are you looking for a way to grow in leadership and serve thousands of members? Do you have a passion for spreading the benefits of DECA? If this sounds like you, keep reading to find out if an Executive Officer position is the right fit for you.

Chapter Strategy

Preparing DECA's Next Generation

Jan 1, 2024

As we celebrate the involvement of the next DECA generation, let's take a closer look at the unique opportunities and considerations we can provide for our future emerging leaders.

Chapter Strategy

Your Blueprint for Mastering Chapter Collaboration

Jan 1, 2024

Ever thought about working with other chapters to plan events and expand your leadership? Boost your leadership and plan exciting collaborative chapter events with these five steps.

Leadership

Exploring the Benefits of DECA’s Leadership Styles

Jan 1, 2024

DECA leadership styles are important for personal and professional development as they provide a framework for self-understanding, team collaboration, adaptability, effective communication and career planning.

Career Insights

Powering Up for The New Year

Jan 1, 2024

Acquiring power skills can alter the trajectory of your high school years and your subsequent collegiate experience and professional life. Prepare to enter your ‘power’ era—by honing the skills to get there.

Spotlights

Community Involvement During the Holiday Season

Dec 26, 2023

One of the best things to do during the holiday season is to help others in your community. See how Edmond North DECA organizes a school-wide project that helps families during the holiday season every year.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: An Ethical Partnership?

Dec 25, 2023

Step into the role of the director of partnerships at Body Positivity Society, a nonprofit organization that educates and promotes body positivity. The executive director wants you to analyze whether to accept a generous bid for partnership from a national apparel chain.

Spotlights

Expanding Your Chapter's Reach to Elementary Schools

Dec 21, 2023

Have you ever considered expanding the idea of "career readiness" to local elementary schools in your area? This innovative approach allows your chapter to engage with elementary schools in a creative way.

DECA News

Announcing DECA's 2023-2024 Chapter Campaign Winners

Dec 19, 2023

DECA members are experiencing the difference, with an impressive number of chapters completing their campaign goals. Congratulations to all the chapters that participated in DECA’s Chapter Campaigns!