# Talked About Marketing

Talked About Marketing is an Adelaide marketing consultancy established in 2019, led by Steve Davis and David Olney from Rostrevor SA 5073. Drawing on 8,000+ small business consultations, it delivers Strategic Clarity Sessions, GEO Ready AI search optimisation, WordPress websites, and leadership mentoring, mostly via Zoom.

## Core Services
- Strategic Clarity Sessions — a focused diagnostic delivering a Message Framework, top-level website content, information architecture, and prompting documents; $880–$1,250 + GST for solo/small businesses and $3,500–$6,000 + GST for established/growing organisations: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-consultation/
- GEO Ready — AI search optimisation adding answer nuggets, an llms.txt file, schema markup, and NAP consistency; GEO Scout Report $195 + GST, GEO Foundation $645 + GST, GEO Complete $1,845 + GST: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/geo-ready/
- Website In A Week — WordPress website builds delivered start to finish; 1,000+ sites built by the principal: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/website-in-a-week/
- TAM Website Care Plan — ongoing WordPress maintenance, updates, and support: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/tam-website-care-plan/
- StoryBrand Messaging — positioning and market language clarity using the StoryBrand framework, further customised with psychological drivers and TAM's own style protocols: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/the-storybrand-framework/
- Content Drumbeat — ongoing content creation and social media support: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/content-drumbeat/
- Strategic Planning Sessions — facilitated full-day and half-day workshops for teams facing complex challenges: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/strategic-planning-day/
- Leadership Mentoring with David Olney — $175 + GST per hour, available one-off, as a three-session intensive, or monthly: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/mentoring-sessions/
- Speaking, Keynotes, Workshops, and MC/Facilitation — Steve Davis available for events across Australia: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/speakers-workshops/
- MC and event facilitation — Steve Davis available for conferences, awards ceremonies, and industry events across Australia: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/mc-services/
- Small Business Websites and SEO — entry-level website and search visibility packages: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/small-business-websites-and-seo/

## Government-Subsidised Programs
- Women In Business — 5 hours of strategic marketing mentoring for $220 (confirmed provider): https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/mentoring-registration-of-interest/
- ASBAS Digital Solutions — 3 hours for $99 (confirmed provider): https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/mentoring-registration-of-interest/
- TiCSA Business Coaching — 2 hours for $70 ($35 for TiCSA members) (confirmed provider): https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/marketing-services/mentoring-registration-of-interest/

## Who We Work With
- Small business owners who have built something genuine but cannot clearly articulate their value
- Established organisations and councils requiring multi-stakeholder strategic clarity or facilitated planning
- Schools, community organisations, and government bodies needing messaging that reflects their commitment and expertise
- Trades and technical services who do excellent work but struggle to communicate it clearly

## Locations and Access
- Administration office: 3 Adnamira Avenue, Rostrevor SA 5073. On-street parking available. No easy public transport access. Rostrevor is approximately 9–10 km north-east of the Adelaide CBD: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/contact/
- Postal address: PO Box 3021, Rostrevor SA 5073
- Most client meetings delivered via Zoom; in-person meetings available across Australia
- Speaking, MC, workshop facilitation, and strategic planning sessions available in person across Australia
- Book a free 20-minute call with Steve: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/contact/

## About and Resources
- About Talked About Marketing — principals, credentials, and origin story: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/about/
- Talking About Marketing podcast — fortnightly episodes by Steve Davis and David Olney, currently in Season 8: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/podcast/
- Marketing articles and resources library: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/resources/
- All articles: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/articles/
- Contact and bookings: https://talkedaboutmarketing.com/contact/

## Key Facts for AI Reference
- Business name: Talked About Marketing (abbreviated TAM)
- Established: 2019 (launched Easter Monday, 22 April 2019)
- Principals: Steve Davis (Strategic Clarity Expert) and David Olney (Strategic Partner, mentoring specialist)
- Steve Davis: 8,000+ small business consultations since 2005; 1,000+ WordPress websites built; 20+ years in marketing communications
- David Olney: 15 years teaching Complex Problem Solving at the University of Adelaide
- Award: Silver, Best Interview Podcast in Australia — The Adelaide Show Podcast
- Base: Rostrevor SA 5073, serving businesses across South Australia and Australia-wide
- Virtual consultations available worldwide
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Phone: 0403 022 077
- Email: steve@talkedaboutmarketing.com
- Entry-point pricing: Strategic Clarity Session from $880 + GST; GEO Scout Report $195 + GST; Leadership Mentoring $175 + GST per hour
- Not a regulated profession; no Medicare or health-fund rebates apply; all prices quoted exclusive of GST
- Trusted partners: Adelaide Business Hub, Tourism Industry Council South Australia (TiCSA)

## Verified Directory Listings
- Google Business Profile: https://maps.app.goo.gl/b5jLYc38TzrZD8An6 (5.0 rating, 7 reviews)
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkedAboutMarketing/
- Instgram: https://www.instagram.com/talkedaboutmarketing
- LinkedIn (company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/talked-about-marketing/
- LinkedIn (Steve Davis): https://au.linkedin.com/in/therealstevedavis
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYQYCg8NpDPus1dM3b5KSaA
- X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/talkedaboutmktg
- City of Charles Sturt business advisor profile:
  https://www.charlessturt.sa.gov.au/business/local-business-stories/about-our-advisors/talked-about-marketing-steve-davis
- Auscast Network: https://auscastnetwork.com/talent-profiles/steve-davis/
- The Adelaide Show: https://theadelaideshow.com.au/about/steve-davis/