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Behind the Scenes of the West Forsyth DECA Playbook

March 10, 2026

West Forsyth DECA’s high-energy DECA Playbook delivers quick, powerful coaching tips to help members succeed. Through engaging weekly videos, officers and leaders turn big goals into winning plays for the entire chapter.

Career Insights
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How DECA Prepares You for a Career in Consulting

March 10, 2026

Many members don’t realize how closely their competitive events experience mirrors a career in consulting. Check out five skills that members learn in DECA that can easily be applied to a career in consulting.

Career Insights
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How Collegiate DECA Members Can Turn Their Skills into Real Businesses

March 9, 2026

Collegiate DECA prepares students for real-world success. By starting small, leveraging their network and taking action, CDECA members can build leadership and entrepreneurial experience long before graduation.

Compete
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UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” Sessions

February 24, 2026

UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” sessions give members extra time beyond regular meetings to practice case studies, work on projects and get feedback from peers. It is where preparation turns into confidence.

Compete
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From Practice to Podium: Setting Meaningful Goals for Competition

February 23, 2026

In the midst of competition season, preparation and goal setting become more important than ever. While competition day may feel like it’s all about performance, success at CDC is built long before you step into your event.

Career Insights
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From Idea to Impact: How to Find the Next Big Business Idea

February 23, 2026

Successful business ideas are built by solving real problems. Learn how observation, trend analysis and validation can help Collegiate DECA members turn simple ideas into impactful ventures.

Leadership
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Why Leadership in College Organizations Matters

February 23, 2026

College organizations often help students get connected on campus, but leadership within those organizations fosters a level of growth difficult to find anywhere else. Leadership teaches you how to carry responsibility even when challenges arise.

Career Insights
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How to Talk About Your DECA Experience in an Interview

February 19, 2026

By using the STAR method and framing your experience in a clear, meaningful way, you can turn your DECA experience into compelling stories that impress recruiters.

Compete
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Work with Your Partner – Work with Success

February 19, 2026

In a Team Decision Making event, you must have complete reliance on your partner. Here are some tips and tricks from a Freshman who qualified for ICDC with her best friend.

Chapter Strategy
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Effective Networking Activities for Your Collegiate DECA Chapter

February 9, 2026

As college students, learning to network can be daunting. A way your chapter can overcome this is by hosting networking events with additional business organizations to create a more comfortable environment.

Chapter Strategy
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Boosting Social Media Engagement: How Collegiate DECA Chapters Can Build a Stronger Digital Community

February 2, 2026

Social media is your chapter’s first impression — use member‑focused content, consistent posting and collaboration to build a stronger, more connected Collegiate DECA community.

Spotlights
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Feeling Ready…Until We Weren’t: Preparing for DECA Competition

January 27, 2026

To prepare for the team case studies at Utah Collegiate DECA's association conference, Ensign College held a mock competition for their chapter's members.

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