Youth and Advertising: The Implications of Word of Mouth Communication

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https://doi.org/10.29105/gmjmx17.33-6

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adversiting, word of mouth, electronic word of mouth, youth, buying decisions

Abstract

This paper summarizes some results of a descriptive, quantitative exploratory study aimed to analyze variables related to purchasing decisions of young Argentines and to analyze the role of several forms of advertising in these processes. Through a self-administered questionnaire, information on trust and motivation of different advertising formats was collected, as well as variables related to consumption habits. The results show that word of mouth is the most reliable and motivating source of information for the young consumers. But its effectiveness is not limited to the offline world, but extends to the Internet in the so-called electronic word of mouth. Consumers are more likely to rely upon the advice and opinions of their peers (even strangers) than in the ads that come directly from the brand through traditional advertising when making a buying decision. This also applies to any pre-purchase advice and brand information which is obtained through such interactions.

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Published

2021-01-22

How to Cite

Sabre, M. E. (2021). Youth and Advertising: The Implications of Word of Mouth Communication. Global Media Journal México, 17(33), 123–128. https://doi.org/10.29105/gmjmx17.33-6