This document discusses various types of consumer promotions including coupons, premiums, contests and sweepstakes, refunds and rebates, sampling, bonus packs, and price offs. For each promotion type, it outlines example sub-types, potential issues or problems, and tips for how to succeed. Some key issues discussed are reduced revenues from promotions, costs, consumer indifference, and diminished effectiveness over time. Tips for success include choosing the right prize, leveraging special events, and ensuring promotions are part of an integrated marketing communications plan with multiple brand exposures. The document concludes that promotion plans should support a brand's image and target specific customer audiences, including those prone to promotions, brand-loyal, and price-sensitive