F. Cownie, James Haft, V. Vu, N. Natalia, M. Chaiveeradech
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ABSTRACT This study examines the impact of feelings and expressions of gratitude on word-of-mouth communication applying a quantitative method and PLS-SEM. It is the first study evidencing the power of feelings of gratitude as a driver of positive word-of-mouth within the context of students’ experience of Higher Education in ASEAN and UK contexts. The study finds that feelings of gratitude are more likely to result in positive conversations with others than in thanks to the benefactor. Feelings of gratitude may also reduce silent endurance. However, expressions of gratitude appear to have no influence on a sender’s conversations about HE.
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The Journal of Marketing Theory & Practice is devoted to the publication of peer-reviewed articles addressing substantive, managerial issues in marketing. In the context of developing, enhancing, and disseminating marketing knowledge, JMTP publishes both conceptual and empirical work, so long as the work provides strong implications for the managerial practice of marketing. Unlike other marketing journals that may be more focused on specific methodological approaches, deal with theoretical issues without regard to application, or represent various subfields of marketing, JMTP is positioned as a general marketing journal affording a quality outlet for more managerially-oriented research across the scope of the field.