What To Say To Is This A Pyramid Scheme
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Responding to "Is This a Pyramid Scheme?"
Summary:
In a recent discussion following a post about pyramid schemes, many wanted advice on how to address the question, "Is this a pyramid?" when presenting a business or product. Before crafting the perfect response, consider these points to determine if your company?"or even you?"might unintentionally resemble a pyramid scheme.
Key Consideration: Is Your Business Focused on Recruiting?
If your main activity is recruiting rather than selling products or services, you might be operating like a pyramid scheme. According to Douglas Rushkoff's "Coercion," pyramid schemes prioritize subscriber growth over actual benefits from products or services. In many MLMs, selling distributorships becomes more important than the items being distributed.
It's crucial to reassess if your efforts are more focused on recruiting than on the products and customers. If so, it might appear that you're prioritizing expansion over customer satisfaction, often a hallmark of pyramid schemes.
During a call, we reviewed various company compensation plans. It became apparent that many companies allocate most of their funds to recruiting rather than customer rewards. For example, some companies offer little to no commission on customer purchases, while recruiting bonuses can range from $50 to $350 for sign-ups.
Given this imbalance, it's no surprise that representatives might prefer recruiting to customer acquisition. If your company heavily incentivizes recruiting, it could appear pyramid-like, affecting your perception as well.
What to Say When Asked: "Is This a Pyramid Scheme?"
One effective response is:
"Let me tell you what we do, and you can decide what to call it.
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We market products directly to consumers, like you and me, and also invite others to join us in this business. Could you see yourself doing this if I showed you how?"
This response redirects the conversation to the tangible aspects of the business and personal involvement.
Feel free to share your own successful responses in the comments.
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