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The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators

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The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators

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This study aims to examine how brands build a perception of authenticity in their digital employer branding communications. Due to the impact of digitalization, employer brand communication has largely shifted to online platforms; this situation has made it even more critical for brands to be perceived as trustworthy, sincere, and transparent by both potential and current employees. In this context, the significance of this research lies in its contribution to the literature by revealing the relationship between digital employer branding and authenticity at the discursive level. The study employed discourse analysis as a qualitative method; a total of 74 posts shared by Türkiye İş Bankası and Trendyol on LinkedIn and Instagram were analyzed within the framework of the core dimensions of brand authenticity. The findings indicate that the perception of authenticity is not one-dimensional but is constructed through multiple indicators such as consistency, innovation, reliability, and naturalness. Furthermore, while the banking sector tends to feature a more institutional and consistent discourse, the technology sector stands out for its more sincere, experience-focused, and dynamic communication style. In conclusion, the study demonstrates that authenticity has become a strategic element in digital employer brand communication and plays a decisive role in helping brands gain a competitive advantage.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Digital employer brand, authenticity, brand authenticity, discourse analysis, employee experience.

Destekleyen Kurum

No funding was received for conducting this study.

Etik Beyan

: This study is of a nature that does not require ethics committee approval, and the data used were obtained through a review of the literature and other published sources. It is hereby declared that scientific and ethical principles were observed throughout the preparation of this study and that all works utilized have been indicated in the references.

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Kaynak Göster

APA
Doğru, G. (2026). The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators. OPUS Journal of Society Research, 23(2026), 1-20. https://doi.org/10.26466/opusjsr.1922129
AMA
1.Doğru G. The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators. OPUS TAD. 2026;23(2026):1-20. doi:10.26466/opusjsr.1922129
Chicago
Doğru, Gonca. 2026. “The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators”. OPUS Journal of Society Research 23 (2026): 1-20. https://doi.org/10.26466/opusjsr.1922129.
EndNote
Doğru G (01 Temmuz 2026) The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators. OPUS Journal of Society Research 23 2026 1–20.
IEEE
[1]G. Doğru, “The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators”, OPUS TAD, c. 23, sy 2026, ss. 1–20, Tem. 2026, doi: 10.26466/opusjsr.1922129.
ISNAD
Doğru, Gonca. “The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators”. OPUS Journal of Society Research 23/2026 (01 Temmuz 2026): 1-20. https://doi.org/10.26466/opusjsr.1922129.
JAMA
1.Doğru G. The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators. OPUS TAD. 2026;23:1–20.
MLA
Doğru, Gonca. “The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators”. OPUS Journal of Society Research, c. 23, sy 2026, Temmuz 2026, ss. 1-20, doi:10.26466/opusjsr.1922129.
Vancouver
1.Gonca Doğru. The perception of authenticity in brands’ digital employer branding posts: A comparative discourse analysis of authenticity indicators. OPUS TAD. 01 Temmuz 2026;23(2026):1-20. doi:10.26466/opusjsr.1922129