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Scholarship Success: 6 Essential Strategies

Nov 4, 2024

Scholarships are a powerful way to fund your college education, but standing out with so many applicants can be tough. Here are six strategies to increase your chances of scholarship success.

Career Insights

The Business Behind the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Nov 1, 2024

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is not only a beloved holiday tradition but also a business operation demanding extensive planning, resources and strategy. Let’s break down the business side of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Chapter Strategy

We’re Better Together: Building a Community in Your Chapter

Nov 1, 2024

Local chapters are the foundation of DECA’s success. Without collaboration and camaraderie among members, we lose our strength. Here are ideas for creating a thriving community within your chapter.

Chapter Strategy

Thanking Your Advisors

Nov 1, 2024

This DECA Month, we recognize all advisors' hard work and commitment. With November being the season of gratitude, DECA encourages you to show your advisors how thankful you are for them.

Conferences

Networking Like a Pro at Events

Nov 1, 2024

With fall conferences underway, now is the perfect time to sharpen your networking skills. Whether you’re attending in-person events or virtual calls, here’s how to make the most of every opportunity and build lasting connections!

Chapter Strategy

Bouncing Back from Burnout

Nov 1, 2024

As midterms approach and stress levels rise, many students may experience burnout. This guide offers three key strategies—setting boundaries, reconnecting with personal joy and seeking support—to help you bounce back and reclaim your well-being.

Chapter Strategy

Exploring Community Service with DECA's Partners

Nov 1, 2024

There are many benefits to getting involved in community service. In this article, three of our valued partners answer questions about the importance of community service and its impact on their lives, professionally and personally.

Partners

DECA Announces National Advisory Board Partnership with Stukent

Oct 30, 2024

DECA is excited to welcome Stukent as one of its newest National Advisory Board partners. Stukent shares DECA’s passion for empowering the next generation of leaders and is committed to providing members with innovative resources that enhance their educational experience.

Conferences

Download the Ultimate DECA Power Trip Program + Mobile App

Oct 29, 2024

Get ready to gather with more than 2,500 DECA members at The Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte, NC! Download the conference program and mobile app to start planning your custom experience.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Keeping a Business Relevant

Oct 28, 2024

Step into the role of the owner of Boards of Fun, a unique catering company that provides large charcuterie and grazing boards for events. Your business partner needs you to determine how Boards of Fun can remain relevant.

Conferences

DECA is Excited to Welcome over 45 Exhibitors to The Ultimate DECA Power Trip

Oct 25, 2024

Members attending The Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte, NC will have the opportunity to meet with 48 exhibitors. See which companies, colleges and organizations are attending this year's event.

Spotlights

Enhancing Members' Skills at Mustang DECA

Oct 24, 2024

Mustang High School DECA hosted its first workshop of the school year with a special guest, Akash Patel. The workshop aimed to equip Mustang DECA members with essential skills for both professional settings and DECA competitive events.

Compete

Top 5 Tips to Prepare for Case Studies

Nov 9, 2021

Are you looking for ways to maximize this year’s competition season? Follow these five tips to learn how you can make this year’s competition your best one yet!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Online Reviews to Boost a Ghost Tour

Nov 8, 2021

You are to assume the role of the owner of Gullet City Ghost Tours, a walking tour for residents and tourists visiting Gullet City. Your business partner wants you to determine how the business can solicit online reviews from customers for use in marketing.

Career Insights

4 Tips to Help You Get Ready for Your Next Networking Event

Nov 5, 2021

DECA members know the importance of networking. It can be exciting and nerve-racking, but networking is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talents to recruiters. Here are four tips to help you get started.

Partners

The #DECAATTProject Provides Creative Mentorship Opportunities

Nov 4, 2021

As the #DECAATTProject entered its seventh year, no one could have imagined the challenges the school year would present. But DECA members across the country sprang into action to really show us what it means to take DECA to the #NextLevel.

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.

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.

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!

Compete

3 Steps to Win DECA Glass in Your Prepared Event

Oct 27, 2021

Wining DECA Glass is every competitor’s goal. Here’s how to achieve your goal in a prepared event.

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.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Keeping the Fixings Bar at Burger Country Fresh

Oct 25, 2021

You are to assume the role of the operations manager at Burger Country, a fast food restaurant with five locations that specializes in hamburgers. The owner of the company has asked you to explain operational considerations in a new portion of each restaurant called the “fixings bar.”

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Remarketing a Classic Shoe Store

Oct 18, 2021

You are to assume the role of a marketing communications consultant hired by Cost Less Shoes, a national chain of discount footwear for men, women, and children. The CEO of the company has hired you to develop a marketing communications plan that will remarket the brand.

Compete

5 Ways to Improve Your Prepared Event

Oct 17, 2021

Written events can be difficult to master. What does a winning project look like? What kind of before-hand preparation is required?