Try to get face to face with any of the people who can help you get where you want to be today. It's a great day for you to make some serious headway, but you need to do all your talking in person. Sending an email or calling someone up might be more convenient, but it's also less personal: and therefore less effective. Words alone cannot communicate what you want right now. Your facial expression and body language will help your cause and help you reach your goal.