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As I sat in the room, my instincts began to raise alarms. I noticed the audience, a mix of individuals who appeared optimistic yet naive, and began to witness the same cult-like atmosphere I had later become well-acquainted with in MLM meetings. The presenters echoed success stories, and I sensed an almost hypnotic charisma in their words. This was the point when I pulled out my phone to research the company—World Financial Group (WFG)—only to confirm my fears that it was a pyramid scheme.