What is the fastest way to make an editor hate me?

Question

I was reading an article the other day on "best practices" for presenting my work to an editor. It was very informative. But the inquisitive side of me started wondering what it was that might make make an editor so terribly upset with me or my work that they would sooner publish witty quotes in bathroom stalls than work with me. What should I do to make an editor hate me or my work? Or in other words, what are common mistakes novice writers fall into that shoot themselves in the foot with an editor?

Answer 1

Speaking as an experienced editor, I can give you one straightforward answer that stands above all others: not being open to suggestions. Experienced writers generally develop a thick skin and/or lesser ego attachment to their work. Let's face it, in a way having your writing criticized *can* seem like someone calling your baby ugly. If you can sincerely look at editing as an opportunity for improvement, you will be much better regarded by an editor.