
If you want to "break into the business" -- you should write a well-written screenplay and submit it to the national contests.
Good writing stands out.
The contests have jump-started numerous screenwriting careers.
Note also that the judging process at the contests can be imperfect . . . in the sense that superior screenplays do get overlooked via overworked readers.
For a shortcut through the Hollywood clutter of endless "do's and don'ts" -> take a screenwriting workshop or engage a professional script doctor. This will give you an edge over the competition.
Doc's advice -> click on -> "1.success."