Its not a scam. But MLM is also not get rich quick, you have to approach it like a business, be willing to work it, put in time, invest in it, and give it time to build up. I think its over sold as get rich quick with no effort. I would say that propagating it with that mindset, is scamming, if that makes sense. But the business model is not, its the best way for the regular person to find success if they work hard. Check out this site. It actually has a good video that talks about network marketing, why people think it is a scam, and how it compares to all other business models. Good info. It is my site, but IT IS NOT a selling site, and NOT COMPANY SPECIFIC just informational www.xowii-illinois.com I have tried the products and my wife liked the flavor, but I didnt. I didnt get involved because I found other companies to have better products, and I think its getting maxed out, and would rather be in a biz with more room to grow.