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Table 2

Data analysis approach in phenomenological research on consumer behavior

Step no.	Phase	Description	Objective/Outcome (examples)
1	Data Immersion	Engaging deeply with the data to grasp the nuances of guests' experiences is like an anthropologist studying a culture	To establish a foundational understanding of the data, we identified initial patterns and gained profound insights into guests' perceptions of sustainability
2	Open Coding	Systematically categorizes data into meaningful fragments, balancing analytical precision and interpretive openness	To identify initial codes that reflect the multifaceted nature of guests' experiences and perceptions
3	Axial Coding	Connecting isolated codes to weave a coherent narrative, highlighting the relationships and dynamics between the data's different aspects	To organize the data into meaningful categories, revealing complex dynamics that may influence guests' overall perceptions and experiences
4	Thematic Analysis	Elevating the analysis from codes and categories to overarching themes that encapsulate the essence of the data corpus	To develop broader themes that capture the nuanced understanding of how sustainability influences guest experiences and decision-making
5	Interpretation	Integrating the themes with existing research and theory to provide a nuanced understanding of the findings	To contextualize the findings within the broader scholarly conversation on sustainability in hospitality, the study identifies how it aligns with, diverges from, or extends current theories
6	Validation	Strategies like focus groups with original participants ensure the research's integrity and credibility	To verify the accuracy of the interpretations and deepen the analysis by incorporating participants' reflections, which may lead to refinements or additional insights
7	Reflexive Journaling	Documenting the researcher's reflections and biases throughout the analysis process	To acknowledge and manage biases, strive for a balanced and authentic representation of the data
8	Synthesis	Crafting a comprehensive narrative integrating the research process's themes, insights, and reflections	To present a compelling and insightful narrative that summarizes findings and contributes valuable perspectives to the discourse on sustainability in the hospitality industry

Step no.	Phase	Description	Objective/Outcome (examples)
1	Data Immersion	Engaging deeply with the data to grasp the nuances of guests' experiences is like an anthropologist studying a culture	To establish a foundational understanding of the data, we identified initial patterns and gained profound insights into guests' perceptions of sustainability
2	Open Coding	Systematically categorizes data into meaningful fragments, balancing analytical precision and interpretive openness	To identify initial codes that reflect the multifaceted nature of guests' experiences and perceptions
3	Axial Coding	Connecting isolated codes to weave a coherent narrative, highlighting the relationships and dynamics between the data's different aspects	To organize the data into meaningful categories, revealing complex dynamics that may influence guests' overall perceptions and experiences
4	Thematic Analysis	Elevating the analysis from codes and categories to overarching themes that encapsulate the essence of the data corpus	To develop broader themes that capture the nuanced understanding of how sustainability influences guest experiences and decision-making
5	Interpretation	Integrating the themes with existing research and theory to provide a nuanced understanding of the findings	To contextualize the findings within the broader scholarly conversation on sustainability in hospitality, the study identifies how it aligns with, diverges from, or extends current theories
6	Validation	Strategies like focus groups with original participants ensure the research's integrity and credibility	To verify the accuracy of the interpretations and deepen the analysis by incorporating participants' reflections, which may lead to refinements or additional insights
7	Reflexive Journaling	Documenting the researcher's reflections and biases throughout the analysis process	To acknowledge and manage biases, strive for a balanced and authentic representation of the data
8	Synthesis	Crafting a comprehensive narrative integrating the research process's themes, insights, and reflections	To present a compelling and insightful narrative that summarizes findings and contributes valuable perspectives to the discourse on sustainability in the hospitality industry

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