I write a lot about multi-level marketing companies on this blog, and their similarities to illegal pyramid schemes. Most MLM companies exploit legal loopholes in order to get away with functioning as a pyramid scheme without actually being classified as…
The Truth About the ‘Free’ Monat Cadillac
One of the main things that often convinces people to sign up as a Monat Market Partner is the opportunity to receive a free Cadillac when they hit a certain rank within the company. People who have qualified for the…
Affiliate Marketing vs. Network Marketing – What’s the Difference?
Affiliate marketing vs. network marketing – are they the same thing? They’re often used interchangeably, but do they actually describe the same type of business, and if not, what is the difference between affiliate marketing and network marketing? More importantly,…
Is Scentsy a Pyramid Scheme? A Deep Dive Into the Scentsy MLM
Chances are you’re here because you’re considering signing up as a Scentsy Independent Consultant. Perhaps you’ve bought some Scentsy products or been to your friend’s Scentsy party and you’ve decided to take the next step and become a Scentsy Consultant…
Is Isagenix a Pyramid Scheme? The Truth About the Isagenix MLM
Chances are you’re here because you’re considering signing up as an Associate with the Isagenix MLM. You’ve more than likely tried the discounted products as a Preferred Customer and figured you may as well take the next step and register…
Is Color Street a Pyramid Scheme? A Deep Dive Into the Color Street MLM
Chances are you’re here because you’re considering signing up with the Color Street MLM and becoming an Independent Stylist. You’ve probably seen the social media posts, talked with a friendly Stylist, and maybe even tried the products, and you’re intrigued…
Is Beautycounter an MLM, Pyramid Scheme, or Legit Business Opportunity?
Until recently, I had never heard of the Beautycounter MLM business. It certainly doesn’t have as much of a presence on social media as companies like Monat or Arbonne, and I haven’t come across many anti-MLM YouTubers talking about it….
The Truth About the Free Arbonne Mercedes
One of the main things that often convinces people to sign up as an Arbonne consultant is the opportunity to receive a free Arbonne Mercedes when they hit a certain rank. The lure of a free luxury car is too…
Is Beachbody a Pyramid Scheme? A Deep Dive Into the Beachbody MLM
If you’re reading this article then chances are you’ve been approached by a Beachbody coach who has invited you to join her ‘team’ or ‘challenge group’ or ‘start your own business.’ It sounds like a great opportunity. After all, who…
Is Selling Avon Worth It? The Truth About Becoming an Avon Rep
Ah, Avon. I think everybody and their dog has at least some childhood memory of an Avon lady knocking at their front door and leaving her catalogue of beauty products behind for their mum to pore over and choose the…
The Top Network Marketing Companies 2023
There are tonnes of multi-level marketing companies out there. So much so that even though I spend a significant amount of time researching network marketing companies, it seems as though there is a new one popping up every single week,…
The 11 Biggest MLM Lies Exposed
Network Marketing, Multi-Level Marketing, Direct Selling – different terms used to describe the same business model, an elusive and often misunderstood phenomenon that has been around for almost 100 years and is showing no signs of slowing down. With the…
