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Managing School Stress During Busy Times

Apr 1, 2024

Managing many different parts of life places a burden of stress on your shoulders that can sometimes feel unmanageable. As someone who has been through this, survived this and is also currently going through this, here are my top tips!

Chapter Strategy

Answering “Why DECA?”

Apr 1, 2024

As the year closes, recruitment strategies start to come back into mind. Promoting DECA to new members is simple; it’s all about showcasing the personal experience. Effectively answering the question of “Why DECA?” can pose an opportunity to turn an interested student into a committed member.

Conferences

6 Tips to DECA Dress to Impress

Apr 1, 2024

As a DECA member, your attire plays a crucial role in presenting yourself, projecting professionalism, confidence and attention to detail. Here are six tips and ideas to help you stand out in your DECA dress professional attire.

Conferences

Taking Care of YOU at ICDC

Apr 1, 2024

Attending ICDC offers unparalleled networking and competition opportunities, but prioritizing self-care is essential amid the excitement. This article emphasizes the importance of taking care of your mental and physical health to help you truly Experience the Difference in Anaheim.

Chapter Strategy

Recognizing Your 2023-2024 Success

Apr 1, 2024

This article highlights meaningful ways for chapters to recognize their members for their accomplishments during the 2023-2024 academic year, including awards ceremonies, appreciation events and social media shoutouts.

Career Insights

Financial Literacy 101: It’s Never Too Early to Start

Apr 1, 2024

In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, financial literacy is a prerequisite for success and stability. High school students who prioritize developing this skill set early on position themselves for a future marked by financial independence and security. Read how you can set yourself up for financial success early here.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2024 Marriott Foundation ICDC Travel Scholarship Recipients

Mar 29, 2024

Through a generous contribution from the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation, DECA is pleased to provide travel scholarships to high school DECA members to participate in the 2024 International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Anaheim, CA.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2023-2024 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 26, 2024

DECA is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Conferences

Exploring Anaheim with California DECA

Mar 25, 2024

Figuring out what to do and where to eat in a new city can be quite challenging. But fear not! We've got you sorted; California’s Team 74 Officers have curated a selection of local gems and personal favorites for you to explore.

Conferences

Announcing the 2024 DECA ICDC Social Media Team

Mar 25, 2024

The DECA Inc. Communications team is excited to announce the 2024 #DECAICDC Social Media Team! Team members will help drive the conference conversation through TikTok Videos and Instagram Reels.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Fair and Inclusive Employee Benefits

Mar 25, 2024

Step into the role of the senior vice president at Jamwell Pets, a company that produces varieties of foods for dogs and cats. The president of the company wants your team to determine how to respond to unethical allegations regarding employee benefits.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2024-2025 Membership Theme: Be The One

Mar 25, 2024

When you join DECA, you're not just another member; you're part of a global network of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.

Chapter Strategy

100 Ideas from Collegiate DECA's Engage Conference

Nov 30, 2021

Check out these 100 member-generated ideas and best practices to help boost your chapter's community involvement, competition preparation, fundraising strategies and member engagement.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2021 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners

Nov 30, 2021

Nearly 90 Collegiate DECA members participated in the Collegiate DECA Virtual Case Simulation competition, sponsored by long-time DECA partner, Knowledge Matters. Congratulations to the top three performers!

Career Insights

Explore Holiday Trends: Consumers Shop Sooner, Spend More

Nov 30, 2021

The National Retail Federation says this holiday season will have consumers shopping sooner and spending more – emphasizing the deep impact that retail has on the overall economy and highlighting the career opportunities in the industry.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Generational Marketing at Pottery Place

Nov 29, 2021

You are the owner of the small business Pottery Palace. Since the business opened one year ago, you have noticed that the majority of customers are females, age 25-55 years old. While you appreciate your customers, you feel that Pottery Palace is missing out on the large population of senior citizens in the area.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: A National Chain Makes Plans for a Rural Location

Nov 22, 2021

You are to assume the role of district operations manager for Go-Mart. The district vice president has asked you to determine which brand of Go-Mart retail store is best for a new rural location.

Career Insights

How to Craft a Stand-Out Cover Letter

Nov 22, 2021

A cover letter is an appetizer before the main course—your resume. Like any good appetizer, it gets you excited for what is coming next!

Career Insights

4 Essentials for Planning Your Future Career

Nov 22, 2021

Regardless of what field you want to pursue a career in, there are four essential elements that need to be part of your plan.

Career Insights

How to Land a Dream Career in the Apartment Industry

Nov 22, 2021

Don't roll the dice when it comes to discovering a dynamic and rewarding career! Once considered a best-kept career secret, DECA has helped increase awareness and promote the apartment industry as one that offers a “career of choice”, not of chance.

Spotlights

Minnesota DECA Is Back 2 Business

Nov 20, 2021

Minnesota DECA is "Back 2 Business" as they kicked off their first in-person conference at the beginning of November.

Chapter Strategy

Collaborating with Other Chapters

Nov 17, 2021

Learning to collaborate with others is a fundamental skill that is useful in both DECA and the real world. So why not start collaborating with other chapters? By partnering with others, chapters can increase their members' skills, share best practices and better prepare for competition.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Financial Planning for the Future

Nov 15, 2021

You are to assume the role of a financial counselor at Ready Financial Planning, a company that provides financial services for members of the community. A client has asked for your help in determining how to best act now to secure a financially sound future.

Career Insights

Dress for Success: Interviewing 101

Nov 10, 2021

Do your members know how to make a great first impression at a job interview? Use this presentation and guided narration from Men's Wearhouse in your classroom

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Career Insights

Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Mar 24, 2021

What do you think Shark Tank’s Lori Greiner, Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, and Beats Electronics founder Dr. Dre have in common?

DECA News

Stukent Social Media Challenge 2021 Winners Announced

Mar 23, 2021

Over 1,500 individuals participated in this year's Stukent + DECA Social Media Challenge. Participants tested their social media marketing skills by managing a $5,000 weekly budget in simulated ad dollars for a fictitious, global bag company. Here are the top 29 performers!

College Success

Getting that ‘A’ for any College Paper

Mar 22, 2021

Writing is one of the most important skills you’ll learn during your college career. You’ll write research papers, essays, short answers and so much more. Proper grammar, diverse sentence structures and organized paragraphs are vital to your success and will excel at the University of Wyoming College of Business.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Should Hospitality Services Be Open To The Public?

Mar 21, 2021

You are to assume the role of general manager at The Lodge at Creek City. The owner of the property wants to offer pool memberships to community members and wants you to determine the terms of the memberships that will not negatively affect guests. 

Conferences

The Profit’s Marcus Lemonis to Keynote #DECAICDC

Mar 17, 2021

DECA is pleased to announce Marcus Lemonis will deliver the keynote in an interview format during the 2021 DECA Virtual International Career Development Conference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Deliver Rootville Wants Food Time to Go Local

Mar 15, 2021

You are to assume the role of the owner of Deliver Rootville, a small business that provides delivery services to the community of Rootville. You will be meeting with the owner of an independent grocery store to propose an exclusive business relationship.

College Success

Is It Time to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone?

Mar 9, 2021

Choosing which school to attend can be a complex decision, full of tough choices. Will you stay close to home, or study abroad? Stick with your friends, or forge your own path?

College Success

Broaden Your Perspectives Abroad

Mar 9, 2021

Do you find yourself daydreaming in class about taking a long vacation? Study abroad is a unique opportunity offered to hundreds of thousands of university students annually, allowing them to travel to another country while still earning credits towards their degree.

DECA News

Welcome to the Reimagined DECA Direct Online

Mar 9, 2021

The new DECA Direct Online is everything you want and everything you need – all in one place!

Chapter Strategy

Celebrate the Good Times

Mar 9, 2021

Being a leader, it is natural to constantly be on-the-go finding new ways to innovate and new goals to accomplish. However, it is still important to recognize and reward yourself and those around you. It’s important to celebrate!

College Success

The College Application Portfolio: Brand "Me"

Mar 9, 2021

It's your senior year and you’ve sorted through dozens of emails, mounds of catalogs and texts. You’ve identified one college or university as the launching pad for your career in marketing communications, but how will you land a coveted position in their next freshman class?

Career Insights

Summer of Success

Mar 9, 2021

Summer jobs and internships are the perfect way to build your professional experience and put your networking skills to use. Check out our top tips to help you make the most of your summer gig and deliver a next level performance from day one!