I know I can make a difference at your publication. You need people like me. You must use me . Fitting your story to the right publication is essential. It should be as natural as a hand slipping smoothly into a glove.
Timing is everything.
Spot trends and hit publications quickly with story ideas based on these, before someone else beats you to the punch. The hot item of the day approached uniquely is always a great way to get into print. Try to establish a phone connection at the very least, but face time is infinitely better and should without question be your goal. It's harder to reject a real live breathing person than a faceless name at the top of another letter. In fact, in your letters to the editors, write a sentence about how you'll be calling them on a specific day to discuss your wonderful ideas.