Pyramid Schemes

1. Avoid any plan that offers commissions to recruit new distributors.  Beware of plans that ask you to spend money on costly inventory.
   
2. Be cautious of claims that you will make money by recruiting new members instead of on sales you make yourself.
   
3. Beware of promises about high profits or claims about "miracle" products.
   
4. Be cautious about references; they could be "shills" by the promoter.
   
5. Don't pay money or sign a contract in a high-pressure situation.