(Partial edited repost from a previous post of mine.)
The very essence of any disciplinary program is the punishment aspect. Without it, you have no recourse for ensuring that rules and wishes will be followed. With rapid and firm administration of punishment you can keep periodic challenges or outbursts in check. Punishment can fundamentally be broken down into either the "domestic discipline" type or the "sexual domination" type. For now I'm only writing about domestic discipline.
The former follows the traditions set in the formative years, although more so in previous generations than in present. Traditional follows a more regimented pattern or style (usually otk, laying over a bed, chair etc,). As well, the implements are also rather basic and seem to be more popular depending on the region of your origin. In England and surrounding areas the cane, birch rods and slipper seem to be historically preferred. In America paddles, hairbrush and in southern regions switches are more traditional. I suggest using all the above. :)
You can not overemphasis the importance of using good hard spankings as the foundation of any discipline training program. This should be expected and also accepted as a given. Regardless of other interests that may be included, firm, sound bare bottom spanking should be used regularly and in a no nonsense manner.
For standard offences the use of your firm hand and at least one other implement should suffice. For more serious offences multiple implements should be used. Some people use what is called "maintenance spankings" to help ensure that you punish for all the little things they did which you don't know about, and also to help "refresh" their memory.
For most people the standard is to start off with a bare bottom OTK spanking. Often a good solid wood hairbrush is introduced after a bit, and then a position change would be required for the use of longer implements. Laying over a bed, a chair or an ottoman works really well. Bent over a chair, standing leaning over with hands on the wall works well too, especially for caning. Another position is what is referred to as the "diaper position" which is their laying on their back, legs bent and pulled towards the chest. This position works well for added exposure and humiliation. One can not discount the multiple benefits of firm discipline and punishment while dealing with your errant or unmotivated partner. It can clear the air, alleviate your sense of frustration, it may reduce guilt and be cathartic, it should increase their willingness to follow directions and wishes to a letter.
The mental portion of a punishment session is equal to the physical. Therefore, begin with a question and answer period, a brief lecture, strict scolding and then the beginning of the actual physical punishment. Usually this is best served if they are either nude or at least with bare bottom exposed. This enhances their focus on the upcoming punishment, and adds greatly to the feeling of vulnerability. Some prefer either standing or kneeling, or a portion can be OTK and direct eye contact for at least part of this is very important.
After the scolding, start off with a good old fashioned OTK bare bottom spanking with firm hard slaps to the bottom and backs of thighs to get a nice rosy glow and continue with scolding while in this position. After a bit switch to a hairbrush. I have different ones that I use for different purposes, heavier, larger, harder wood etc. Rotate around and pay special attention to the crease where thighs connect to bottom. This is a very sensitive yet safe place where the brush can be applied soundly and get good results. A discipline spanking should be just one "degree" below overwhelming. If you are spanking a man, lets face it ladies, guys are physically stronger than us, and if you are not using restraints he could overpower you and remove himself from your lap. You want to keep it so that he is right at the threshold of wanting to "flee or escape" but under that level just enough so he can maintain his position and comportment.
After a long dose of the hairbrush (I often go into the hundreds, but don't really count) order them to reposition for a strapping, caning, cropping or switching. For these have them slightly leaning over a chair, laying over a low stool or ottoman, or in the legs up position. Your objective is to have them positioned so you have easy access to their bottom with no interference from chair arms, chair backs, and good clearance to swing your implement with no concern about hitting walls, lights, ceiling fans, etc.
From this point switch or rotate implements. Administer maybe 10 to 30 with the cane, then switch to the crop, the strap etc. For a serious session this could go on for quite some time. Feel free to stop for a moment and interrogate the recipient how their bottom feels, if they are learning anything and so forth. On different days implements can feel different to the recipient. Figure out which is hurting the most and causing the greatest discomfort, then apply an extra dozen with that one with extra vigor and enthusiasm.
When you're done their bottom and the backs of upper thighs should be red, mottled, criss-crossed with welts. While you can inflict pain and cause a great deal of visual effect, this can be done with no kind of damage. Lighter implements made of wood will get the job done but never do any "deep tissue" bruising. Great care should be made to never hit any area around the lower spine or the tailbone (coccyx). Before using a cane, check distance to make sure the tip will not wrap around the hips. Use caution with the lower thighs. About two hands width below the crease area is fine, but lower than that on most people there is not enough muscle or padding to safely cover the connective tissues, ligaments, etc. You can also slap the insides of the thighs with your hand or a light instrument and dedicate a whole session to just the thighs and legs. Some people believe after the recipient should spend some quality time in the corner. The humiliation of standing with sore red bottom exposed, and their face is in the corner is priceless. Just a few thoughts. :)