When parallel parking pull next to the vehicle in front and then back up and keep the center of the front grille of the car behind you in the middle of your interior rear view mirror. It works and it will get you in perfect.
Tight and wet is the best. I best I ever had was a woman years ago who was into cross country skiing. At least that is what she thought helped. Wish I could find her today to see if it has stayed the same.