Like many multilevel marketing programs, Herbalife has had its share of negative press and problems. It’s also has had some leadership issues with its founder Mark Hughes death in 2000 allegedly from an alcohol and doxepin overdose and now its COO Gregory L. Probert has resigned “after acknowledging he exaggerated his academic credentials.” I’m pretty sure that “exaggerated” actually means “lied”. Probert’s resume apparently said he had a MBA from California State University, Los Angeles, but in fact he never completed the course to earn the degree.

People are already suspicious of direct sales companies. Problems that suggest deceit only make things worse. In network marketing, one bad apple not only ruins the barrel, it ruins the orchard.

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In last week’s newsletter I talked about building online income using Google’s Adsense program and recommended Joel Comm’s new release of his Adsense Secrets. What wasn’t clear was that people who bought Joel’s book were also signed up for his $29 per month newsletter. This wasn’t made chrystal clear on the order page and so I feel I need to let you know especially if you did buy his book.

While negative option sign ups aren’t illegal, they are deceptive and tend to make people mad. Joel certainly has heard an earful as this situation has come to light. In response he has posted an apology. His new sales page is clear about the newsletter and even offers an option not to get it.

However, if you’ve already ordered the book, and you don’t want the newsletter, you’ll need to cancel your subscription.

You can read more about Joels apology and how to cancel your subscription here . You can also go to Joel’s help desk directly to cancel your subscription.

I still believe in Joel’s information as it helped me increase my income from Adsense over 16 fold. However, I don’t like the use of deceptive practises in making money and so I felt you needed to be made aware of this situation.

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