Tag: multi-level marketing

Money Talks: Selling The American Dream

Published January 8, 2025 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged MLM, MLM schemes, multi-level marketing, scams

Podcaster and author Jane Marie joins Emily to deep dive on MLMs Listen to the podcast[Continue Reading...]

Herbalife Vietnam fined $8,000 for violating multi-level marketing rules

Published January 4, 2025 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged fines, Herbalife, multi-level marketing, Vietnam, violation of marketing rules

The National Competition Commission has fined Herbalife Vietnam, a U.S-invested dietary supplement company, VND205 million (over $8,000) for its violations in multi-level marketing. According to a decision by the commission, Herbalife Vietnam, headquartered at No. 26 Tran Cao Van street,…[Continue Reading...]

Don’t rush into multilevel marketing. Most consumers make little to no money. | Opinion

Published December 18, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged MLM, MLM schemes, multi-level marketing, research

Multilevel marketing (MLM) programs are a legitimate way of selling products – think Amway, Tupperware and Mary Kay. They become illegal pyramid schemes when the emphasis is on recruiting new distributors rather than actually selling products. Most participants in pyramid…[Continue Reading...]

Telangana: Thousands fall prey to fraudulent MLM firms

Published December 13, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged MLM, MLM schemes, multi level marketing scams, multi-level marketing

Suryapet: Thousands of unsuspecting people have fallen victim to fraudulent app-based multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes that promised substantial returns on their investments within short timeframes. These schemes displayed impressive growth in users' account balances initially, enticing them to invest more.…[Continue Reading...]

Justice Department sues group associated with Mormon sect for fences built on Forest Service lands

Published December 2, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Australai, Colorado, FLDS, land dispute, lawsuit, MLMs, multi-level marketing, polygamist groups, scams, schemes

DENVER (KDVR) — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado is suing a group of “unidentified persons” accused of trying to fence portions of U.S. Forest Service land in Montezuma County beginning in October. The group calls itself…[Continue Reading...]

‘It was just like a cult’: How selling ‘wonder shakes’ nearly ruined Shona’s life

Published December 2, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Australai, MLMs, multi-level marketing, scams, schemes

Shona Gates considered herself a savvy businesswoman, having built a successful spray tanning business in her hometown. But three years after joining a multi-level marketing (MLM) scheme, her life was in ruins. "My marriage was almost destroyed, my body was…[Continue Reading...]

Ronaldo’s Herbalife Endorsement Sparks Controversy Over Health Risks and Ethical Advertising

Published November 11, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Cristiano Ronaldo, Herbalife, multi-level marketing

Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent endorsement of Herbalife’s Formula 1 meal replacement shake has drawn sharp criticism from hepatologist Dr. Cyriac Abby Phillips, popularly known as “The Liver Doc.” Dr. Phillips highlighted potential liver health risks associated with Herbalife products, cautioning followers…[Continue Reading...]

Thai online multi-level marketing scam expands to 740 victims

Published October 15, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Icon group, MLM scam, multi-level marketing, Thailand

SEOUL, October 15 (AJP) - A multi-level marketing scam in Thailand, centered around the Icon Group, has reportedly affected over 740 victims with losses totaling 266 million baht (US$7.5 million). According to the Bangkok Post on Monday, the scam's reach…[Continue Reading...]

Pyramid Pressure

Published August 21, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged multi-level marketing, pyramid schemes, scams

It starts with a seemingly innocent compliment about nice shoes or a lovely bag. But the flattering remark can just provide an opening for a sales pitch. “A couple approached us at [the Short Pump] Target,” recalls Lori Reibach. “The…[Continue Reading...]

The Brazilian Influencer Who Exposed The Dark Side Of Life Coaches

Published August 7, 2024 By admin with Comments 0

Categorized as Uncategorized Tagged Life Coaches, MLM, multi-level marketing

Have you heard of a lifestyle influencer named Kat Torres? She's recently been jailed on human trafficking and slavery charges, the dark underbelly of her online life coaching business exposed. This might be an extreme case of life coaching gone…[Continue Reading...]