Get featured on Contract Management Media Outlets in 48 hours

Yes, you can absolutely do your own PR, but it requires significant time and effort with no guarantee of results. The process involves building relationships with legal tech and business journalists, crafting personalized pitches for each one, and consistently following up. For most founders, this is a major distraction from building the product and talking to customers. DIY PR is a high-effort, low-certainty activity. If your primary goal is to secure guaranteed placements for social proof and SEO, a distribution service is a more efficient and predictable path. If you're aiming for a feature story in a top-tier publication, a dedicated PR effort (either DIY or agency) is necessary but much harder.

The choice depends on your budget and goals. A traditional PR agency works on a monthly retainer ($5k to $15k+) to build media relationships and develop a long-term strategy. They aim for in-depth feature stories but offer no guarantees. This is best for well-funded companies seeking strategic brand positioning. A press release distribution service like Mediaboost operates on a one-time fee for guaranteed placements across a wide network of news sites. This is ideal for startups needing to quickly build social proof ("As Seen On" logos), generate high-authority backlinks for SEO, and establish a credible online footprint for sales and fundraising efforts.

The cost varies dramatically based on the approach. Doing it yourself is technically free but costs you dozens of hours with a low chance of success. Hiring a traditional PR agency is the most expensive option, typically running $5,000 to $15,000 per month on retainer, often with a 3-6 month minimum commitment. Press release distribution services offer a middle ground, charging a one-time fee for guaranteed publication. This model provides predictable outcomes without long-term contracts. Our packages are designed to provide a cost-effective way to secure media placements and are detailed on our pricing page.

The timeline depends on the service. With Mediaboost, the process is fast and transparent. After you submit your press release through our AI-powered editor, it undergoes a quick editorial review to ensure it meets publisher guidelines. Once approved, publication on our network of 350+ media outlets begins. Most features appear live within 24 to 48 hours. We deliver a full PDF report with live links to your placements within 3 business days. For startup directory submissions, the process can take up to two weeks as each directory has its own review and publishing schedule.

Editors reject press releases that read like advertisements or lack genuine news. To avoid this, your release must be objective, factual, and written in the third person. The most common reason for rejection is overly promotional language, such as "game-changing," "revolutionary," or "the best." Instead, focus on concrete facts. Announce a new feature, a funding round, a partnership, or a compliance milestone. Use a standard press release format with a clear headline, a dateline, and a concluding boilerplate about your company. Our AI-powered editor helps you structure your release correctly and flags promotional language to increase its chances of approval.

Yes, it's a critical piece of the puzzle for enterprise sales. Procurement teams and C-level decision-makers are risk-averse. When they evaluate a new vendor, especially for something as crucial as contract management, they look for external validation. Seeing your company featured on reputable sites like Business Insider or MarketWatch acts as a powerful trust signal. This coverage isn't about a single article closing a deal. It's about building a body of evidence online that proves your company is legitimate, stable, and recognized by the market. It answers the unspoken question, "Is this a safe choice?" and gives your sales team credible third-party proof to share during the sales process.