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4 Steps to Resolve Any Team Conflict
Let's be real. There will be a point in your life when you must work in a team. Whether it’s a school group project, an association officer team, or a department assignment at a future job, it is imperative that you are equipped with the knowledge on how to deal with team conflict.
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5 Tips to Master the Art of Delegation
Nobody likes to work on a mismanaged project, and you should not want to lead one. By implementing the following five pieces of advice, you will be equipped to lead larger, more complex projects, which will produce higher quality outcomes.
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2018-2019 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers
Congratulations to all Virtual Business Challenge participants! Looking to earn a spot at ICDC? It is not too late! The second qualifying round begins January 8, 2019. Learn more.
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3 Written Event Competition Tips to Consider
As the competition season heats up, take the opportunity to review the written event that you’ve worked so hard on. Make sure it’s the absolute best it can be before it reaches the judge and it’s your turn to deliver a knockout presentation!
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Your DECA Role-Play Roadmap
Here’s a role-play template you can use as a guide, plus some extra tips and tricks you can use to impress your judge.
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Battle of Brands
Trends come and go, but some brands are strong enough to stand the test of time. We surveyed 300 DECA members across the globe, asking them to name their favorite brands. From snack foods to streaming services, clothing to technology – Battle of the Brands aimed to find out where your allegiances lie.
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5 Tips for Students on LinkedIn
When it comes to LinkedIn, students are likely to start asking some questions: Is it too early to start? I’m not working/I’m not a professional, so what’s the point of a LinkedIn?
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Growing a Global Brand: An Inside Look at Universal
Universal Orlando Resort™ is known around the globe as an epic, world-class vacation destination. But that didn’t happen overnight.
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The Ultimate Written Event Guide
Before serving as the 2018-2019 High School Division President, he was an international finalist, earning second place in the International Business Plan at ICDC in Anaheim. Andrew Weatherman took home DECA glass and now he’s taking the time to share his insider secrets with you.
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2017-2018 IMPACT Program Winners Announced
The 2017-2018 IMPACT Program awards were presented at the Chartered Association Officer luncheon in Atlanta at #DECAICDC!
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November is Native American History Month
November is National Native American History Month. Here are three ways that you can celebrate.
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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.
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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.
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Manage Your Tasks Like a Pro
Do you ever feel like you are racing against the clock to meet deadlines and complete assignments? If you struggle with procrastination, a task management plan will help you focus on the task at hand. A simple change in habits could make a gigantic difference!
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Wisconsin DECA’s Trick-or-Can: A Behind the Scenes Interview
Nate Jacobs, DECA's Central Region Vice President, caught up with Sam Fischer from Wisconsin DECA about one of the association's most popular community service events—Trick-or-Can.
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Community Service: COVID-19 Style
If anyone knows how to participate in community service, it's DECA members! Even in the middle of a pandemic, we continue to create new, socially-distanced ways to impact our communities.
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Inclusion, Access, Equity & Diversity: CTE Learners Discuss
Educators often discuss how to ensure career and technical education (CTE) programs are more inclusive, accessible, equitable and diverse, but how often do we discuss this topic with learners, the individuals most affected?
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Beginner’s Guide to the DECA Stock Market Game
The Stock Market Game is an online simulation that helps students develop skills in economics, investing and personal finance. If you are curious about competing in this event, read on to find out more!
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DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 40th Semi-Annual Survey of 9,800 U.S. Teens
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 40th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from 9,800 teens across 48 U.S. states with an average age of 15.8 years.
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Watch Now: Executive Mentor Roundtable on Next Level Leadership
Check out DECA’s Executive Mentor Roundtable on “Next Level Leadership." Four executives share how they have harnessed the power of leadership to impact others and offer advice on how you can take your leadership to the next level.
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3 Podcasts to Enrich Your Leadership and Life
Podcasts are a convenient way to learn more about becoming a better person and leader. Continue reading to discover three new podcasts to add to your collection that are guaranteed to provide insight on life, leadership and everything in between!
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Program of Leadership: Your Chapter's Master Plan
So your officer team has been elected and a new semester has begun. Now what?! While there are endless ways to organize your ideas and initiatives, this article will help you craft an attainable program of leadership.