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Be The One with DECA's Corporate Challenges
DECA Challenges provide members opportunities to demonstrate the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom through innovative challenges in partnership with several corporate partners.
Case Study of the Week: Staff Communication
Step into the role of a front desk employee at Grand Grocery Distribution Center, a large distribution center for a regional grocery store. The manager asked you to communicate a change in policy to all staff.
How to Build Cross-functional Teams Across Tech, Digital and Marketing
In this article, dive into the key themes on integration and collaboration that emerged during a panel discussion hosted at NRF Nexus 2024 with professionals from BJ’s Wholesale Club, REI and Tractor Supply Company.
Tackling Imposter Syndrome
Starting a new school year can bring a multitude of challenges. Overcoming self-doubt and embracing your potential is key. Here are some strategies to help you conquer imposter syndrome and confidently navigate your journey.
How to Stand Out During College Application Season
As the school year begins, senior DECA members prepare to start the college application. But what does it take to get into your dream school? Here are some of my tried-and-true tips to help you navigate applying to college.
From Options to Opportunity: How to Pick Your Competitive Event
With 60 competitive events, DECA has a place for everyone, but picking an event can be overwhelming and confusing. Use these strategies to help select your competitive event.
4 Tips to Elevate Your Chapter Meetings
As the new school year begins, look at these easy-to-implement tips to take your chapter meetings to the next level. With engaging chapter meetings, you can build your chapter’s recruitment and member involvement on your chapter’s journey to Be the One.
SBE Tips & Tricks for Success
Are you running an SBE this year? Well, whether it is food or retail, this is for you. Keep reading to learn three quick tips on how to stay successful with your SBE this school year.
Case Study of the Week: Privacy Policy Ultra-Exclusive or Zero Attention
Step into the role of the general manager of Reserved, a new independent hotel property in a metropolitan area. The owner wants you to explain how implementing a privacy policy could help or hinder the property’s marketing and customer appeal.
Compete in the DECA Stock Market Game
DECA members are invited to participate in the DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) which kicks off on September 9, 2024.
Case Study of the Week: Promoting a Private Label Skincare Line
Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Dollar House, a discount variety store chain with over 5,000 locations. The director of marketing wants you to create a digital marketing campaign announcing the company’s private label skin care line.
Be The One with Back-to-School Resources for Your Chapter
Your all-in-one kit to start the school year; watch for your back-to-school box to reach your chapter within the next few weeks.
Marriott's Apoorva Gandhi to Keynote Collegiate DECA ICDC 2022
DECA is pleased to announce Apoorva Gandhi, Vice President, Senior Vice President, Multicultural Affairs, Social Impact and Business Councils at Marriott International, Inc., will deliver the keynote during the 2022 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.
4 Steps to Better Budgeting
“Where did all my money go!?” If you find yourself asking that question at the end of every month or in the days before your next paycheck, it’s time to get your budget in shape. Don’t have a budget? No problem! It’s easy to get started.
Case Study of the Week: Promoting Unique Service to Traveling Families
You are to assume the role of general manager and director of marketing for Needy Baby, a new company that rents car seats, cribs, strollers and other merchandise to travelers with children. The owner of the company has asked your team to design a promotion plan to market the new company to travelers.
Congratulations to DECA's 2021-2022 Scholarship Recipients
DECA is pleased to announce the 2021-2022 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: A Dilemma in the Produce Department
You are to assume the role of director of produce operations for City Foods, a regional grocery store chain with 50 locations. The vice president of merchandising has asked you to analyze a produce vendor and determine whether or not the chain should continue to sell its products.
Case Study of the Week: Value the Customer Before the Coin
You are to assume the role of district manager for Jefferson Bank, with ten branch locations in your district. The president of the bank has asked you to create a presentation for bank employees on the importance of customer relations in response to customer complaints.
Case Study of the Week: Mattress Company Adds to the Product Mix
You are the owner of Cloud Mattress, a company that began selling mattresses online in 2014. A venture capitalist wants you to consider adding other products to the brand.
Collegiate DECA 2021-2022 Leadership Passport Program Recipients
Congratulations to the 2021-2022 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients!
Residential Property Management: Success Starts Here
With a career in the residential property management industry, you’ll get to learn on the job, earn bonuses, work your way up, receive training, and enjoy benefits such as consistent hours, health insurance, rent discounts, and more!
Case Study of the Week: Best Practices in Collecting Employee Feedback
You are to assume the role of the human resources specialist for Middle Town Hospital. The president of the hospital has asked you to determine an effective method to collect employee feedback.
Case Study of the Week: Maintaining Customer Service During Peak Times
You are the general manager of Waterfront Inn, a hotel property located in a popular beach town. The owner of the Waterfront Inn is concerned about the overwhelming nature of guest check-in.
Case Study of the Week: Adding an Iconic Brand to the Product Mix
You are to assume the role of the director of merchandising and branding for Memorial, a retail apparel chain with over 2,000 physical store locations. The senior vice president is considering partnering with a widely-known and iconic company, but wants you to first analyze the effect it would have on Memorial's product management.
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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.
Stress to Success: How to Use "Good Stress" to Succeed in Competition
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!
Work Out the Stress
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!
How to Fight Off Zoom Fatigue
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.
Take the Stress Out of DECA Scholarship Applications
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.
5 Tips to Take Your Productivity to the #NextLevel
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.
Managing Stress as a Small Business Owner
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.
Good Stress, Bad Stress: Find Your Sweet Spot
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.
2020 DECA Pumpkin Contest Winners
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!
November is Native American History Month
November is National Native American History Month. Here are three ways that you can celebrate.
Virtual College Search Tips for Finding Your Dream School
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.
Top Tips to Stay on Top of Your To-Do List
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.
