This document discusses sales promotion, including its objectives, types, techniques, advantages, and differences from advertising. The objectives of sales promotion are to introduce new products, attract customers, increase sales during slow periods, create brand awareness, and improve public image. The two main types are consumer sales promotion which informs and educates consumers, and dealer sales promotion which helps dealers improve effectiveness. Common techniques include samples, coupons, sales premiums, prizes, sweepstakes, clearance sales, and buy one get one offers. Advantages are increased buying confidence and sales, while disadvantages include potential damage to brand image over long periods.