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

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