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Chapter Strategy

‘Tis The Season to Deck Out Your SBE

Nov 3, 2021

With the holidays right around the corner, there are many ways to boost School-based Enterprise (SBE) sales while still engaging with your customers. Below are a few things that Blue Blaze Café has done over the years and new activities for 2021 to continue expanding our customer base.

Career Insights

How to Build a Resume That Will Land Your Dream Internship

Nov 3, 2021

Constructing a resume that highlights your strengths to make you stand out as the best candidate may seem challenging. Here are a few tips to make the resume-building process easier.

Career Insights

Gain Career Experience with Job Shadowing Opportunities

Nov 2, 2021

Setting up job shadows for your chapter’s members will provide them with priceless opportunities to increase professional development, gain insight on future career options, increase familiarity with the industry of their competitive event and maximize their momentum!

College Success

Tips for Finding Your Fit

Nov 1, 2021

Planning for college can be both scary and exciting. Use these tips to push your college research further and find the best college for you.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing Employee Service Anniversaries

Nov 1, 2021

You are the chief human resources officer for Salutations, a company that designs, prints, and markets greeting cards and stationery. Salutations has been in business for eight years and has 200 employees, including 175 full-time employees and 25 part-time employees.

Compete

Powerful Presentations: Tips + Tricks

Nov 1, 2021

Speaking in public is a skill that will help you in your personal, academic and professional life. This session will teach you the basics of body language, using your voice and crafting the perfect message to make sure you make the most of your presentations.

College Success

Maximizing Your Campus Visit Experience

Nov 1, 2021

"Is there truly a best time to visit college campuses? What are my options if I can’t visit campuses in person? I don’t even know which questions to ask when I’m on a college tour!” Three college admissions professionals are here to help you answer these questions and more as you navigate your college visit plan.

College Success

Complete Guide to College Visits

Nov 1, 2021

Choosing the right college is a defining moment in your life. But how do you find the right fit? Visiting a college in person gets you one step closer to selecting the perfect college for you. You’ll get to experience on-campus student life, meet with faculty, chat with current students and get all your questions answered by admission staff.

Chapter Strategy

3 Ways to Get the Most Out of DECA Month

Nov 1, 2021

November is here, and that means it's time for DECA Month! Here are three ways to get the most out of your DECA experience in November.

Spotlights

2021 DECA Pumpkin Contest Winners

Nov 1, 2021

Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! This year's contest had an impressive 565+ 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!

DECA News

Discover DECA+

Oct 26, 2021

Introducing an all-new portal to help DECA members explore careers and prepare for competition.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 42nd Semi-Annual Survey of 10,000+ U.S. Teens

Oct 26, 2021

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 42nd semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 10,000 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.8 years.

Chapter Strategy

How to Enjoy the Fun Aspect of Collegiate DECA

Dec 1, 2024

While Collegiate DECA is meant to prepare college students to become emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, it also brings exciting opportunities to have a good time together. Learn different ways members can enjoy their time as a student member.

Chapter Strategy

2024: A Year of Unprecedented Achievement in Collegiate DECA

Dec 1, 2024

This moment of reflection is not just about celebrating the past—it’s about channeling the momentum you have built to make these final months your most impactful yet in your journey to Be The One.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One to Run for Collegiate DECA Executive Office

Dec 1, 2024

Serving the Collegiate DECA community is an honorable and exciting opportunity! Learn how your year as an executive officer can lead to professional and personal development while helping to grow our division one connection at a time.

Partners

Celebrate Entrepreneurship Month with Intuit for Education

Nov 25, 2024

Unlock your members’ entrepreneurial success! Celebrate entrepreneurship with real-world skills and first-hand learning for your students with Intuit's Entrepreneurial Finance curriculum.

Spotlights

From Aspiring Member to Association President

Nov 25, 2024

Like many students, I joined Collegiate DECA to develop my skills and connect with others. What I didn’t expect was how this organization would shape my future and allow me to serve as Oklahoma's Association President.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Choosing the Right Channel

Nov 25, 2024

Step into the role of an entrepreneur who has created a line of all-natural haircare products named Cleanse. Your business partner has asked you to analyze a list of four retailers that want to sell Cleanse products.

Spotlights

Wayne State DECA Launches: A New Era for Student Leaders

Nov 22, 2024

Wayne State University proudly launches its DECA chapter, which is dedicated to empowering students with professional skills, networking and business experience.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Spend, Spend, Spend!

Nov 18, 2024

Step into the role of a personal finance advisor. A new client is having difficulties saving and has asked you for help.

Spotlights

Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: WCTC Collegiate DECA's Mini-Golf Social

Nov 11, 2024

WCTC Collegiate DECA strengthened team dynamics through the chapter's Mini-Golf Social. Members can apply this experience to the workplace and Be the One in Collegiate DECA.

Spotlights

The Importance of Professionalism

Nov 11, 2024

Professionalism can differentiate you from others in your industry and set you at a competitive advantage, which could lead to promotions and raises. How you show up matters!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Contingency Factors in Hiring

Nov 11, 2024

Step into the role of the human resources manager at Kid’s Castle Daycare, a daycare center located in a medium sized town. You must explain to the human resources intern why assessment and contingency factors are important in hiring employees at the daycare center.

Career Insights

Be the Entrepreneur of Your Life

Nov 8, 2024

You don't need to start a business to be an entrepreneur. You can become the entrepreneur of your own life, navigating your personal and academic journey with the same creativity and determination that business leaders use to innovate and succeed.

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DECA News

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Leadership Passport Recipients

Mar 5, 2024

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

Case Study of the Week: Security and Information Privacy in Healthcare

Mar 4, 2024

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.

Chapter Strategy

Experience the Difference with Fundraising this Spring Semester

Mar 1, 2024

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!

Conferences

Voting Delegate: Your Voice Matters

Mar 1, 2024

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.

Compete

Collegiate DECA ICDC: Going for Glass

Mar 1, 2024

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.

Conferences

Navigating the Excitement of CDECA ICDC

Mar 1, 2024

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!

Leadership

Celebrating Women's History Month

Mar 1, 2024

Happy Women's History Month! Read here to learn about the Women in Business who inspire your 2023-2024 High School Executive Officer team.

Chapter Strategy

What Can I Do with DECA Since I’m Not Going to ICDC?

Mar 1, 2024

In the spring, there are two sets of DECA students: one preparing for the last leg of the competition and the other preparing to start their new DECA season, but we need guidance on how. If you are the latter, keep reading to learn how to maximize your time for DECA.

Leadership

How To Sell Yourself

Mar 1, 2024

The marketing process often revolves around how to sell a good or service most effectively. But have you ever attempted to apply these tactics to yourself? Keep reading to discover what it means to build your personal brand - and how to sell it to anyone.

College Success

Senioritis Smackdown

Mar 1, 2024

As our DECA seniors’ final months of high school approach, a severe case of senioritis is in the air. But fear not, seniors, here are some helpful strategies to beat senioritis and come out on top!

Career Insights

Unwrapping the Power of Packaging: How Packaging Makes or Breaks Branding

Mar 1, 2024

Ever wonder how packaging impacts the way products are marketed? Read this article to dive into the world of packaging and uncover Its impact on your shopping journey!

Leadership

Leadership Illuminated: Must-Read Books for DECA Members

Mar 1, 2024

DECA members can experience the difference in their leadership journey by immersing themselves in these insightful books. As the pages turn, the wisdom gained from these books can guide DECA members on their path to becoming exceptional leaders.