Skipping their 'write for us' rules

Skipping their 'write for us' rules
They literally wrote down what they want — word count, format, how to pitch — and you ignored it. Some bury a secret instruction ('use subject line BLUE') just to filter lazy pitchers. You fail before you start.

Do this:
— Find and READ the guidelines page fully
— Match their word count and section style
— Follow the exact pitch method they ask for

I found a site that required a specific subject line — 90% of pitchers miss it, so the inbox is nearly empty. Easiest yes I got that month. Read the rules. They're a cheat code.