As the holidays approach, newsrooms get busier than ever, and journalists’ inboxes fill faster than normal. Between seasonal events, retail promotions, feel-good coverage, election season, and year-end features, competition for coverage can be fierce. But a smart, streamlined pitch can still break through to the right contact, if given the right focus. Here are five newsroom-friendly ways to make sure your message stands out in the month of November. 1. Lead with Value, Not V