Use the username "letmeinpiggy" and the password "chinnychin". That's the dummy account I made to pass out to people when I want to recommend articles.
Did you just email people or did you talk to them in person? In person might make a difference. It shows that you made an extra effort and complements them a little : ). I suggest you follow up your emails with personal contact.
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