Warning: Do not try to build your own pyramid scheme. Trust us, it's a whole thing.

However, if you've been scammed, here are some tips:

1. Stay calm. Panicking won't get you your money back, and might make you look like a basket case.

2. Document everything. Keep receipts, emails, and screenshots. It's not like the scammer is going to magically appear and say "Hey, sorry about that!"

3. Report to the authorities. Don't bother trying to report it to the "authorities" in the scammer's organization. They're probably in on it.

4. Don't try to "get even". You can't out-scam the scammer. They're professionals.

5. Learn from your mistake. Take this as an opportunity to become a wiser, more cynical person.

And most importantly:

6. Don't try to build your own pyramid scheme. Trust us, it's a whole thing.