1. Practical Notes on Affecting Intercultural Communication Competence on the Narcissist Expatriate Candidate Justin C. Velten, Ph.D. The University of Texas at Tyler Rian Alexander The University of Texas at Tyler

2. 2 Intercultural Communication Competence ‒ “The ability to develop targeted knowledge, skills, and attitudes that lead to visible behavior and communication that are both effective” (Deardoff, 2006). ‒ Globalized Economy demands strong candidates for successful cross-cultural interactions. ‒ Up to 60% Expatriate Failure Rate (Harris, Moran, & Moran, 2004).

3. 3 Expatriate Assessment and Preparation ‒ Assessment: Go Culture Assessment (90% Reliability) ‒ Sample Studies (Velten, Dodd, Lytle, Whinegeart)  Missions and SSIP  UT Tyler GATE Program  ACU and UT Tyler Study Abroad

4. 4 The Enemy: Narcissism ‒ A person’s “tendency to be self-absorbed in conversation” (Littlejohn et al., 2005). ‒ Example  ACU Missions

5. 5 Coaching the Narcissist Expatriate Candidate ‒ Secure an Awareness and Desire for Change ‒ Realize sources of Narcissism (low self-esteem, etc.) ‒ Be Assertive while Maintaining Sympathetic Tone ‒ Utilize Competitive Drive to Reach Training Goals ‒ Focus on Self-Monitoring