Local SEO for small businesses in Sydney

Helping small businesses get found locally

Most small businesses don’t struggle with SEO because they’re doing nothing.
They struggle because what they’re doing isn’t focused on how people actually search locally.

Potential customers search with intent. They look for nearby services, specific locations, and clear answers. If your business doesn’t show up or doesn’t make sense when it does, they move on.

I help small businesses improve their local visibility by focusing on real search intent, clear location signals, and simple actions that help Google and customers understand your business better.

Clarity before optimisation

People instantly understand what you offer and where you operate.

Built for local search

Structured to work with Google Business Profile and local results.

Designed for real leads

Focused on calls, visits, and enquiries, not empty traffic.

How I approach local SEO

Website foundations

Your website is where everything starts. Clear services, clear locations, and pages that explain exactly what you do and who you help. Local SEO doesn’t work without a solid website underneath.

Google Business Profile

Your Google Business Profile is what helps you appear on Google Maps and local results. I optimise it so Google understands your business, your location, and when to show you.

Trust & local signals

Reviews, consistency, and local signals tell Google your business is real and active. This is what builds trust and helps you move up, not just show up.

Optimising your Google Business Profile for local searches

People see your business name, your location, your reviews, and your photos before they ever click through to your website. That’s where first impressions actually happen.

The problem is that most Google Business Profiles are half set up.
Wrong categories. No real content. No connection with the website. No clear signals telling Google who should see the business and when.

I treat your Google Business Profile as a core part of your local SEO, not an extra.
It works best when it’s properly optimised and clearly connected to your website, your services, and your location.

Clear categories and service focus

Real content that supports local searches

Strong connection between Google Maps and your website

Real projects for real Australian businesses. (web + brand work)

My Medic Watch

Turning complex healthcare into something people can actually use

My Medic Watch is a healthcare app designed to help care teams monitor patients outside traditional clinical settings.

The challenge wasn’t just design, it was making complex medical information feel calm, clear, and easy to navigate for both professionals and everyday users.

RCKT

A creative studio that moves fast and thinks visually

RCKT is a creative studio based in Manly, working across video, content, and visual storytelling.

The goal was to design a site that feels as dynamic as their work — bold visuals, clear structure, and no unnecessary distractions.

What business owners say after working together

The website feels premium and very easy to navigate. It was clear from the very beginning, and the communication was fast and honest.

Tom Shaw Construction Company

Joel quickly understood our business and translated it into a clean, professional website. Everything feels so well thought out and very easy to manage.

Sarah Mitchell Consulting Company

What impressed me most was clarity. Without unnecessary functions, a solid website fully reflecting our business.

Daniel Ross Restaurant Company

The result feels really on-brand and a lot more professional than what we previously had. The process was smooth and well organised.

Emily Carter Weddings Company

Frequently asked questions

Local SEO helps your business appear when people search for services near them, especially on Google Maps and local search results. It’s how potential customers find you when they’re ready to call, visit, or request a quote.

Yes. Google Business Profile is one of the most important factors in local visibility.
In many cases, people see your profile before your website, which is why it needs to be properly optimised and aligned with your Local SEO strategy.

es, but the website supports Google Maps rather than replacing it.
A clear, well structured website helps Google understand your services and location, and works best when combined with solid web design.

Local SEO is not instant, but improvements usually start showing within the first few months. Results depend on competition, location, and how strong your current setup is, especially your Google Business Profile and website.

I focus on small and local businesses that rely on local customers.
That includes service based businesses, clinics, trades, and companies that need visibility in their area, not nationwide traffic.

Yes. Most local SEO issues come from weak Google Business Profiles, poor website structure, or a lack of alignment between both. In some cases, results improve faster when supported by better content production.

We start with a short conversation to understand your business, location, and current setup. From there, I’ll tell you clearly what needs fixing and whether local SEO is the right move for you.

App Medic Watch

My Medic Watch helps care teams monitor patients outside clinical settings and detect health risks earlier using wearable technology.