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Amway, Mary Kay, Herbalife and the Get Rich Quick Business

Organized Money

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Unraveling Pyramid Schemes and MLMs

This chapter differentiates pyramid schemes from multi-level marketing (MLM), exposing their shared traits and the financial implications for participants. It traces the historical origins of MLMs, discussing how they evolved from predatory practices and intertwined with the positive thinking movement. Ultimately, the chapter critiques the deceptive nature of these schemes and explores their cult-like mentality and financial realities.

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