Tom Glaister of ConsumerAffairs.Com explains how pyramid and multi-level schemes can take your money and leave you poorer and more discouraged than before. Watch out for any business promotions that:
* Promise success will come easily and quickly.
* Say anyone can do it.
* Require an upfront fee for who-knows-what.
* Require you to keep buying inventory even if you still have plenty.
* Emphasize success, success, success - not what a great product or service you will offer the customer.