Shoppers are adding to cart for the holidays
Peak streaming time continues after Black Friday on Roku, with the weekend after Thanksgiving and the weeks leading up to Christmas seeing record hours of viewing. Roku Ads Manager makes it simple to launch last-minute campaigns targeting viewers who are ready to shop during the holidays. Use first-party audience insights, segment by demographics, and advertise next to the premium ad-supported content your customers are streaming this holiday season.
Read the guide to get your CTV campaign live in time for the holiday rush.
THE "DID YOU GIVE UP?" EMAIL WEAPON
Why This Works
When prospects ghost you, it's not personal—they're overwhelmed, distracted, or avoiding a decision. This email triggers a psychological response that forces them to either re-engage or tell you the truth. Either way, YOU WIN because you get clarity.
The Email Template
Subject Line: [First Name] - Quick Question
Body:
Hey [First Name],
Did you give up on [specific project/goal they mentioned]?
I haven't heard back and wanted to check in.
If the timing isn't right, just let me know and I'll follow up in [30/60/90] days.
If you're still moving forward, I can [specific value you provide] and get you [specific result] by [timeframe].
What makes sense?
[Your Name]
Why This Destroys Ghosting
1. Pattern Interrupt - They expect another "just checking in" email. This is DIFFERENT. It challenges them.
2. Ego Trigger - Nobody wants to admit they "gave up." This forces a response: either "No, I didn't give up!" or honest feedback about what changed.
3. Permission to Exit - You give them an out, which paradoxically makes them MORE likely to re-engage because there's no pressure.
4. Value Reminder - You're not begging. You're reminding them what they're missing with specific outcomes.
Pro Execution Tips
Send it Tuesday-Thursday, 8-10am - Highest open rates
Wait 7-10 days after your last contact before deploying this
Use their actual project name - "the website redesign" not "this"
Keep it under 75 words - Shorter = more replies
Send from mobile - Add "Sent from my iPhone" for urgency feel
The Follow-Up Sequence
If they STILL don't respond after this email, they're dead. Move On.


