Americans have come to expect coupons. It's part of the shopping experience. But even if you have a global reach, everyone appreciates a good deal. The problem most marketers have is using coupons without devaluing the brand. Can it be done? Yes! Use these five tips to bring in business with coupons.

Coupons are a marketer's best friend.

1. Offer Coupons to Make Your Customers Feel Good

Who doesn't enjoy getting a good deal? Coupons evoke positive feelings in shoppers, and happy customers are likely to buy more and come back for repeat visits. Simply put, using coupons helps shoppers feel good about their purchases.

2. Encourage Shoppers to Try New Products or Services at Lower Prices

People work hard for their money, and they're hesitant to spend it on products or services that they've never tried before. But offering a discount can encourage people to try your product or service when they would have never done so at the regular price.

3. Build Your Customer List Using Coupons

If you want loyal customers, you have to build up your preferred customers lists. One of the best ways to encourage shoppers to sign up for future promotions is to offer a high-value coupon for their next shopping visit. For example, some stores offer coupons for 50% off a regularly priced item or $5 off $25 or more for the customer's next visit after list signup.

4. Target Former and Existing Customers with Enticing Discounts

Some customers drift away over time. They may be shopping with your competitors, or perhaps they don't feel they have a need for your product or service right now. A coupon can attract existing customers who need a reminder or nudge and can even bring back old customers if the price is right. Continue to offer rewards to encourage customer loyalty.

5. Help Customers Save Time by Offering Mobile Coupons

A coupon's value is based not only on its face value, but also in how much time it takes to find the coupon (and in the case of traditional coupons, clip and organize them). Help your customers save time by offering a mobile coupon instead of a paper one. Not only are mobile coupons more convenient, they're 10 times more likely to be redeemed than traditional coupons. They're also easier to keep up with because mobile phone users have their phones with them an average of 22 hours a day.

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