Sunday, February 15, 2026

Book Review: Hey, Hun by Emily Lynn Paulson

"Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing" by Emily Lynn Paulson is a book that talks about multilevel marketing, or MLMs, which are companies that sell products and recruit people to join and sell too. The book says MLMs are not honest and hurt many people.

The book shares stories of people who joined MLMs and lost money. Some lost a lot. They were promised they'd make money and be their own boss. But it didn't happen. Instead, they had debt and stress. The book goes into details of how MLMs target women and use friendship and sisterhood to sell. They make people feel special and part of a group. But really, they're just selling products.

The book says MLMs are like pyramid schemes. They make money from recruiting new people, not from selling products. This means most people will lose money. The author wants people to be careful and think before joining an MLM. She says to read the fine print and understand how the company makes money.

The book is easy to read and makes you think. It's a warning about MLMs and how they work. If you're thinking about joining an MLM, read this book first. It will help you understand what's really going on. The author wants to protect people from getting hurt by MLMs. She's honest about the risks and problems. If you want to know the truth about MLMs, this book is for you. It's a quick and important read.

Here is my note at Goodreads:


Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel MarketingHey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing by Emily Lynn Paulson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

"Hey, Hun" exposes the dark side of multilevel marketing (MLM). The author reveals how MLMs exploit women's emotions, using tactics like "sisterhood" and "empowerment" to sell overpriced products. There are heartbreaking stories of people who lost life savings, friendships, and trust. The book highlights how MLMs prioritize recruitment over product sales, leaving participants with unsold inventory and debt. "Hey, Hun" is a must-read for anyone considering an MLM opportunity or seeking to understand its true nature.

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