Alexander, a PR professional at a multinational company, was on an official trip to a country to establish business relations with the companies there. The host nation was known to highly value conservative traditions and customs. Alexander understood that the inhabitants of the host nation prefer others not to enter their personal space, and hence maintained a considerable personal distance from the representatives of the host nation during the business meetings. Alexander later realized that he placed himself in an isolated position in an effort to value the host nation's tradition. In the context of cultural intelligence, Alexander is likely to have a high level of which of the following components?

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Alexander is exhibiting emotional CQ in trying to adjust to the host country's culture. Emotional/motivational CQ refers to adapting to a new culture which involves overcoming obstacles and setbacks. A person needs the self-confidence and courage to keep trying even though the first few attempts at adapting his or her behavior to a group of foreign workers go poorly. See "Cultural Sensitivity and Cultural Intelligence."

Alexander, a PR Professional at a Multinational Company, Was on an Official