First You need To Enroll In Pono. As a USER. And then once you are SET-UP you will get your Referral Code. So let’s get you set up. Then See below on Getting your Referral Code. You will need that for your PBS Pages, for your Team, Etc.
- ENROLL HERE: (This is Rory’s Referral Link. If you have an Instructor – please get Their Pono Referral Link, or go to their Instructor, GSI/PSI/MSI Accordingly). Think about all the missed “LAUNCH and GETTING STARTED Advantages are missed by those that missed Training this Week!”
- We have an incredible PRICE for RRR247 Members and Business Clients. They need the promo code of: RRR247
- This will reduce the $49.95 Rate to $29.99 (For Life). Then the User can Utilize the Monthly Credits to work the AI, or purchase more as needed for the projects, use and processing power of AI that is in the PONO.AI Platform.
- Complete the PONO SET UP PROCESS: As outlined below. Setting up your Brand Brain is the Beginning of Wonderful Things!
- Then See Where to Enroll in the Pono Referral Program, so you can get your Referral Link: SEE “Enroll in PONO.AI Referral Program” below the Pono Set Up.
When You Get Set Up: You will be walked through a process of creating a “Brand Brain”. This is the beginning of the AI Engine of PONO to build and understand your Business.
For Example, if you are a RRR247 Member The Questions will Be As Follows, and the Answers will be as follows (though you are free to add more or edit, this is your Brand Brain, Your Business, and You are at the Helm of this Vessel!)
Below will be the “PONO Brand Brain Onboarding — Tips for Answering Each Question“
And look for the “RRR247 PONO Brand Brain Onboarding — Tips for Answering Each Question“
PONO Brand Brain Onboarding — Tips for Answering Each Question
General Tips Before You Start
Before diving into the questions, keep these in mind throughout the entire onboarding:
- Be specific, not generic. Vague answers produce vague AI outputs. Concrete details produce on-brand, useful results.
- Use real numbers when possible. Revenue, customer counts, team size, funding amounts — actual figures train the AI better than estimates.
- Speak in your natural voice. The AI captures how you communicate, so don’t try to sound overly polished or corporate.
- Don’t skip questions. Each one feeds directly into your Brand Brain. Incomplete answers lead to weaker AI outputs.
- If you don’t know an answer, say so honestly. Better to acknowledge a gap than to fabricate information.
- Have supporting materials ready. Logo file, website link, and any key numbers (revenue, funding, team) within reach.
Business Basics
1. What is the name of your business?
- Say it exactly how you want it branded — capitalization, spacing, and punctuation all matter.
- If you have a legal name and a brand name, share both (e.g., “Twin Designs Tech LLC, but we go by Twin Designs”).
2. In which industry does your business operate?
- Be specific. “Consulting” is too broad. “Growth consulting for B2B SaaS founders” is better.
- If you sit between categories, say so — it helps define your unique positioning.
3. What year was your business founded?
- Give the actual founding year, even if you’ve rebranded or pivoted since.
- If there’s a distinction between when you started versus when you formally incorporated, note that.
4. What is the legal structure of your business?
- Examples: Sole Proprietorship, LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, Partnership, Nonprofit.
- If you’re pre-formation or operating informally, say so.
5. Where is your business located?
- Include city, state/province, and country.
- If you’re fully remote or operate in multiple markets, mention that too.
6. What is your current website?
- Share the exact URL.
- If you don’t have a website yet, or you’re in the middle of a redesign, mention that.
Business Overview
7. Can you give a brief overview of your business?
- Start with who you help, then what outcome you create. Example: “We help consulting agency owners double their capacity without hiring, by giving them an AI Chief of Staff that ships deliverables in their voice.”
- Aim for 2-4 sentences. Enough to capture the essence without rambling.
8. How does your business differentiate itself from competitors?
- Name specific competitors if you’re comfortable, and explain what you do differently.
- Avoid “we’re the best” framing. Focus on what’s measurable or provable.
- Think about: your methodology, pricing model, speed, niche focus, or unique IP.
9. Who are your key partners or collaborators?
- List strategic partners, referral sources, technology integrations, or vendors.
- Include anyone who’s essential to how you deliver — not just casual networking contacts.
10. What is your business model (B2B, B2C, etc.)?
- Options: B2B, B2C, B2B2C, D2C, marketplace, platform, SaaS, subscription, service-based, etc.
- If you operate in more than one model, say which is primary.
11. What are your primary revenue streams?
- Break it down by source: services, products, subscriptions, licensing, ads, affiliate, etc.
- Include rough percentages if you know them (“70% services, 30% digital products”).
12. What are your main products or services?
- List them clearly, one at a time. Don’t just say “we do everything.”
- Note which is your flagship or primary offer.
Financials & Scale
13. How much working capital do you have?
- Give a rough figure or range. This is the cash you have available to operate.
- If you’re self-funded, pre-revenue, or post-raise, mention that context.
14. What is your average monthly revenue?
- Use real numbers. Monthly averages work better than annual or quarterly.
- If revenue is highly variable, share both your low and high months.
15. About how many customers or clients do you serve?
- Share your current active count, not lifetime total.
- If you distinguish between active vs. inactive customers, clarify.
16. How many team members do you have?
- Include full-time, part-time, and contractors.
- Break it down if helpful (e.g., “3 full-time, 5 contractors, 2 part-time VAs”).
Founder & History
17. What is your background and experience before starting this business?
- Share relevant career history, industry experience, or expertise.
- Focus on what’s relevant to what you’re building now.
18. What inspired the founder to start this business?
- Tell it like a story. What were you doing before? What made you start this?
- The personal “why” becomes part of your brand voice and origin story.
19. What were the major milestones in your business journey?
- List 3-5 key moments: first client, first hire, product launch, major pivot, funding round, revenue milestones.
- Include dates or rough timeframes when possible.
Goals & Challenges
20. What are your 6-month business goals?
- Be specific with numbers: revenue targets, client count, launch milestones, team additions.
- Prioritize — name the top 2-3 goals, not every possible goal.
21. What are your 12-month business goals?
- Paint a bigger picture than the 6-month view. Where do you want the business to be in a year?
- Include both business metrics and what your life looks like when you hit this.
22. What is the biggest challenge you’re currently facing in your business?
- Be honest. Is it capacity, marketing, sales, operations, your own time, funding, or mindset?
- Name the real one, not the socially acceptable one.
23. Is there anything else you’d like to add to your Brand Brain?
- This is your chance to add context that didn’t fit elsewhere.
- Consider: unique history, controversies, upcoming decisions, seasonal patterns, anything the AI should know.
Exit Strategy
24. Have you planned your business exit strategy?
- Answer yes or no, and share how formalized the plan is.
- If you haven’t thought about it yet, that’s okay — just say so.
25. What’s your perfect exit plan?
- Options: acquisition, IPO, management buyout, family succession, lifestyle business (no exit), or wind-down.
- Include a target timeline and valuation if you have one in mind.
27. Core Values
- List 3-7 core values that guide your business decisions.
- For each value, add a short description of what it means in practice — not just the word.
- Examples: “Radical transparency — we share numbers, mistakes, and trade-offs openly with clients.”
Funding
28. Are you currently looking for funding for your business?
- Simple yes or no. If yes, share the stage you’re at.
- If you’re not looking but open to the right opportunity, say that.
29. Have you explored any funding options so far?
- List what you’ve considered or pursued: bootstrapping, friends & family, angels, VC, revenue-based financing, grants, crowdfunding, loans.
- Include where you are in the process with any of them.
30. What are you looking for funding for?
- Be specific about use of funds: hiring, product development, marketing, inventory, expansion, runway.
- Prioritize — name the top 2-3 allocations.
31. How much funding are you looking for?
- Share the target amount or range.
- If you’re open to different round sizes or structures, mention that.
Final Tips for the Whole Onboarding
- Take your time. Rushing leads to shallow answers, which leads to weaker AI outputs.
- Have key numbers open. Revenue, team count, funding figures — pull them up before you start so you’re not guessing.
- Answer in complete thoughts. Don’t give one-word answers when a sentence or two would be more useful.
- Skip questions you’re not sure about. You can always come back and refine your Brand Brain later in Settings.
- Review before finalizing. Once all questions are answered, you’ll get a chance to review — use it.
RRR247 PONO Brand Brain Onboarding — Tips for Answering Each Question
General Tips Before You Start
Before diving into the questions, keep these in mind throughout the entire onboarding:
- Be specific, not generic. Vague answers produce vague AI outputs. Concrete details produce on-brand, useful results.
- Use real numbers when possible. Revenue, customer counts, team size, funding amounts — actual figures train the AI better than estimates.
- Speak in your natural voice. The AI captures how you communicate, so don’t try to sound overly polished or corporate. So be in a quiet area, and be sure to speak clear and slow (so it can keep up).
- Don’t skip questions. Each one feeds directly into your Brand Brain. Incomplete answers lead to weaker AI outputs.
- If you don’t know an answer, say so honestly. Better to acknowledge a gap than to fabricate information. Say “I do not know that Answer Right Now”. For example
- Have supporting materials ready. Logo file, website link, and any key numbers (revenue, funding, team) within reach. For Revenue and Funding, you can say “I do not want to Answer That Now”.
Business Basics
1. What is the name of your business? Most Students, especially New Students are operating as a Sole Proprietor. So you will use your Full Name. I.E. Don Lamoureux.
- Say it exactly how you want it branded — capitalization, spacing, and punctuation all matter.
- If you have a legal name and a brand name, share both (e.g., “Twin Designs Tech LLC, but we go by Twin Designs”). Make Sure your Spelling is Correct.
2. In which industry does your business operate?
- Be specific. “Consulting” is too broad. “Growth consulting for B2B SaaS founders” is better.
- If you sit between categories, say so — it helps define your unique positioning. We are in the Online Marketing Industry. We utilize Performance Blogging for Content, Imagery and Videos to Educate, Instruct, and Market Products and Services to the Online Population.
3. What year was your business founded?
- Give the actual founding year, even if you’ve rebranded or pivoted since.
- If there’s a distinction between when you started versus when you formally incorporated, note that. State the Starting Point when you Began RRR247, or your Business, whatever you are starting with. Do not over think it. 🙂
4. What is the legal structure of your business?
- Examples: Sole Proprietorship, LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp, Partnership, Nonprofit. Most RRR247 Students are Sole Proprietors, so “Sole Proprietership”. If you have and operate as a LLC or CORP then State that Accordingly.
- If you’re pre-formation or operating informally, say so.
5. Where is your business located?
- Include city, state/province, and country.
- If you’re fully remote or operate in multiple markets, mention that too. RRR247 Students are Online. We can be Based in a City/State. So Mention you are Based in “City/State” but are Working Globally to Market Around the World.
6. What is your current website?
- Share the exact URL. Example 2n06.com (One-N as in Nancy-Zero-Six-dot-com)
- If you don’t have a website yet, or you’re in the middle of a redesign, mention that.
Business Overview
7. Can you give a brief overview of your business?
- Start with who you help, then what outcome you create. Example: “We help consulting agency owners double their capacity without hiring, by giving them an AI Chief of Staff that ships deliverables in their voice.”
- Aim for 2-4 sentences. Enough to capture the essence without rambling.
For RRR247: “We are an Online Marketing System using our Website to Share Product and Services by Category. We use Advertising in Free Classifies, Social Media, YouTube and Videos and Blogging Pages in our Website to Share the Marketing Message of the Products and Services we Represent to share and Gain Customers”
8. How does your business differentiate itself from competitors?
- Name specific competitors if you’re comfortable, and explain what you do differently.
- Avoid “we’re the best” framing. Focus on what’s measurable or provable.
- Think about: your methodology, pricing model, speed, niche focus, or unique IP.
For RRR247: We are working together with our RRR247 Team to Build and Leverage Shared Compensation for the Customers We Gain from the Marketing. So we are working in teams to market by Consensus. Using our individual Websites to Market, building a shared Customer Base. So we get to leverage the work and progress of our Teams in addition to our Own Work. We focus on Health and Wellness Niche’s in the Anti-Aging, Lifestyle and Quality of Life. We have Weightloss that Works, and Cellular Nutrition for the betterment of our Bodies. We focus on Services and Training for Businesses and New Business Start-Ups and Established Businesses alike. We focus on Services that Help Families Save Money on Everyday Needs and Eating and Dining Out. Along with Savings in Travel, and Lifestyle needs. As well as Pets and Their Needs, Free Stuff that we can Share Online and ongoing Additions as Hot New Things are Brought into our RRR247 Teams.
9. Who are your key partners or collaborators?
- List strategic partners, referral sources, technology integrations, or vendors.
- Include anyone who’s essential to how you deliver — not just casual networking contacts.
FOR RRR247: This is usually you and your TEAM. However for starting out, you can say “No one at this Time”.
10. What is your business model (B2B, B2C, etc.)?
- Options: B2B, B2C, B2B2C, D2C, marketplace, platform, SaaS, subscription, service-based, etc.
- If you operate in more than one model, say which is primary.
FOR RRR247: We focus on B to C primarily. Though offer B to B Services as well. So both B to B and B
11. What are your primary revenue streams?
- Break it down by source: services, products, subscriptions, licensing, ads, affiliate, etc.
- Include rough percentages if you know them (“70% services, 30% digital products”).
FOR RRR247: We have Anchor Offers. Velovita is our Health and Wellness Program and Represents 50% of our Income. Then our Anchor Offers in our PBS Vortex Services Represent 35% of our Income. Then our Anchor Offer FunSaverNetwork represents 15%. All of our focus is in these 3 Anchor Offers and Primary Areas of Focus are the Primary Revenue Sources.
12. What are your main products or services?
- List them clearly, one at a time. Don’t just say “we do everything.”
- Note which is your flagship or primary offer.
FOR RRR247: For breaking it down from the 3 Anchors. We have Velovita which we focus on Brain which is a Nootropic, Reserve which is a Heart Health Product, Luminesce for High End Luxury Skin Care and Anti-Aging Skin Results, (m)mun (Immune) that is a Powder for Probiotics and Gut Health, AM Essentials for Cellular Wellness to Awaken the Day, and PM Essentials for Sleep and Evening Cellular Wellness to arm us for the Restoration of our Sleep, Finiti for our Telemeres and Anti-Aging Process, RevitaBlue for the Blue Green Algae Superfood, Mind (M-1-N-D) for Brain Function and Clarity, LIFE NMN for NAD+ creation and more, M-MUN 365 for Immune Support, and Tuun (tune) for EMF Protection.
Then For PBS Vortex we have the PBS Vortex Service itself for our Team Members we add into our RRR247 Business as Parters with us. Our tools and then specific programs like Brainfood Academy our online Learning Course Business, Pono.Ai our AI Tools Business, Online Charity Auctions, and more as added. Things are always coming our way so we are adding them as they prove they work in our Performance Blogging Business Model.
For FunSaverNetwork we are dealing with a Free or Member Fee Savings Program. Offering savings on dining, travel, eating out as well as Deals that Drop at 7pm EST Monday to Friday where Items that are $30 to $300 are avaialble first come first serve for $5, $8 or $12. Where we have Special Drops and Discounts and Mystery Boxes to Market.
Then in additon we have Revenue Sharing with Google AdSense for Ads running on our PBS, my Website Domain again is (state it). And looking to earn from the Web Traffic generated into the Website.
Financials & Scale
13. How much working capital do you have?
- Give a rough figure or range. This is the cash you have available to operate.
- If you’re self-funded, pre-revenue, or post-raise, mention that context.
FOR RRR247: We have a low overhead to maintain our Full Business. So our Capital Requirements are a couple hundred dollars a day. We have paid marketing, funded by Rory and Tanya Ricord with RRR247 so our Marketing Budgets are Paid for us by the System. We really have the Capital of our TIME to apply to the RRR247 System to Focus On.
14. What is your average monthly revenue?
- Use real numbers. Monthly averages work better than annual or quarterly.
- If revenue is highly variable, share both your low and high months.
FOR RRR247: I have been getting this set up and going. So the revenues are out from getting things into place. We have had a high month of $_____ and a low month of $______.
or adjust as your time in has been here and your HIGHEST / LOWEST AMOUNTS with your ongoing Trend of the past YEAR. If you have been here for years, focus on your latest 6 months to a year.
15. About how many customers or clients do you serve?
- Share your current active count, not lifetime total.
- If you distinguish between active vs. inactive customers, clarify.
FOR RRR247: With regards to Velovita, I have ___ Customers and ___ Members to build with. For PBS Vortex I have added ____ Instructors or Customers and the Team has added ____. For FunSaverNetwork I have added ___ Paying Members and ____ Free Members.
Approximations are OK. Though try to be as accurate as you can.
16. How many team members do you have?
- Include full-time, part-time, and contractors.
- Break it down if helpful (e.g., “3 full-time, 5 contractors, 2 part-time VAs”).
FOR RRR247: In my direct Team that is Under Me as an Instructor with RRR247 I have ____ Direct Members and an Extended Team of ____ including my Instructor Team and Support Members in Total.
Founder & History
17. What is your background and experience before starting this business?
- Share relevant career history, industry experience, or expertise.
- Focus on what’s relevant to what you’re building now.
FOR RRR247: You want to have this ready, and go into all things you are about. This will be helpful, and no-one else is you. So State You in This.
18. What inspired the founder to start this business?
- Tell it like a story. What were you doing before? What made you start this?
- The personal “why” becomes part of your brand voice and origin story.
FOR RRR247: Start why you are doing this, what is your WHY and why you chose to do it with your RRR247 Business. Details, and state the WHY’s. ALL of them.
19. What were the major milestones in your business journey?
- List 3-5 key moments: first client, first hire, product launch, major pivot, funding round, revenue milestones.
- Include dates or rough timeframes when possible.
FOR RRR247: Include Completing your Performance Blogging System to have Google AdSense Approved and Running. To then getting your Google AdSense going. When you got your first PBS Student Added to your Team.
IF STARTING: Working on the Milestones to have my PBS Website (state it again) Ready to get Google AdSense Approved and Activated. To get my Team Building with the use of the PBS Vortex and the Paid for Me Marketing. And to build my Velovita Customers and FunSaverNetwork Customers.
Goals & Challenges
20. What are your 6-month business goals?
- Be specific with numbers: revenue targets, client count, launch milestones, team additions.
- Prioritize — name the top 2-3 goals, not every possible goal.
FOR RRR247: To get my Initial 10 Team Members added using the PBS Vortex. To then progress in the Marketing and Growth Actitivies to build the Income from my RRR247 Income Streams to be $____ a week.
If Established CSI or ABOVE, then alter for your Goals!
21. What are your 12-month business goals?
- Paint a bigger picture than the 6-month view. Where do you want the business to be in a year?
- Include both business metrics and what your life looks like when you hit this.
FOR RRR247: To get my Initial 50 Team Members added using the PBS Vortex. To then progress in the Marketing and Growth Actitivies to build the Income from my RRR247 Income Streams to be $____ a week.
If Established CSI or ABOVE, then alter for your Goals!
22. What is the biggest challenge you’re currently facing in your business?
- Be honest. Is it capacity, marketing, sales, operations, your own time, funding, or mindset?
- Name the real one, not the socially acceptable one.
FOR RRR247: How to structure my days to get my PBS (State Website URL) Completed for Google AdSense and Creating Information Pages that will gain Traction with Google Search and that can be Viral online.
23. Is there anything else you’d like to add to your Brand Brain?
- This is your chance to add context that didn’t fit elsewhere.
- Consider: unique history, controversies, upcoming decisions, seasonal patterns, anything the AI should know.
FOR RRR247:
Be Sure to Add As Much as You Can. You can edit and add more later. But the more you begin with the better.
Exit Strategy
24. Have you planned your business exit strategy?
- Answer yes or no, and share how formalized the plan is.
- If you haven’t thought about it yet, that’s okay — just say so.
FOR RRR247: This is being built to be able to pass down to my Family when I am no longer here.
Or whatever you want. 🙂
25. What’s your perfect exit plan?
- Options: acquisition, IPO, management buyout, family succession, lifestyle business (no exit), or wind-down.
- Include a target timeline and valuation if you have one in mind.
FOR RRR247: This is a Lifestyle Business and LEGACY for my Family when I am no Longer Here.
Or whatever you want! 🙂
27. Core Values
- List 3-7 core values that guide your business decisions.
- For each value, add a short description of what it means in practice — not just the word.
- Examples: “Radical transparency — we share numbers, mistakes, and trade-offs openly with clients.”
For RRR247: We have our Core Values for RRR247: https://rrr247.com/basic below. You can use these, or/and add your own:
We Love Everyone
We operate for success with set Protocols in Training for our Students. We utilize time management to teach, inspire and support the successes of our Students. Always.
We Are A Family
We help each other. Always. Each Instructor is expected to guide and help any and all Students.
Strive For Awesome-Ness
In everything we do, in every way. Always.
Add in what you want!
Funding
28. Are you currently looking for funding for your business?
- Simple yes or no. If yes, share the stage you’re at.
- If you’re not looking but open to the right opportunity, say that.
FOR RRR247: No, not at this time.
29. Have you explored any funding options so far?
- List what you’ve considered or pursued: bootstrapping, friends & family, angels, VC, revenue-based financing, grants, crowdfunding, loans.
- Include where you are in the process with any of them.
FOR RRR247: No, not at this time.
30. What are you looking for funding for?
- Be specific about use of funds: hiring, product development, marketing, inventory, expansion, runway.
- Prioritize — name the top 2-3 allocations.
FOR RRR247: No, not at this time.
31. How much funding are you looking for?
- Share the target amount or range.
- If you’re open to different round sizes or structures, mention that.
FOR RRR247: No, not at this time.
Final Tips for the Whole Onboarding
- Take your time. Rushing leads to shallow answers, which leads to weaker AI outputs.
- Have key numbers open. Revenue, team count, funding figures — pull them up before you start so you’re not guessing.
- Answer in complete thoughts. Don’t give one-word answers when a sentence or two would be more useful.
- Skip questions you’re not sure about. You can always come back and refine your Brand Brain later in Settings.
- Review before finalizing. Once all questions are answered, you’ll get a chance to review — use it.
Enroll in PONO.AI Referral Program:
Once you have a Pono.AI Account. You can get activated in the Referral Program.
- Log Into your Pono.ai Account
- Go into your Settings (Bottom Left Corner)
- Then look for Affiliate Link (Below Phone Number)
Then you want to LOG INTO Your REFERRAL ACCESS (You’ll have this once you Enroll In the Referral Program) Called FirstPromoter. Set up your Payment, To PayPal. (You know how we love PayPal!) And get your Referral Link.
NOTE: You can alter the code to be anything you want, but once you use it, you do not want to change it.
Other Referrence Points:
FACEBOOK GROUP FOR PONO.AI: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ponoai
AND we will be covering things for RRR247 for more in our Tuesday and Saturday Training. This is an ONGOING Addition to Our Things.

