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The Greatest Con Man in History

      When you hear the phrase "Greatest Con Man in History," I'm sure a few names come to mind: Charles Ponzi, Frank Abagnale Jr., Victor Lustig, Bernie Madoff. I wouldn't begrudge you if you believed they were the most prolific swindlers that ever swindled, but I would have to disagree.     I enjoy working out sometimes. The pumping of iron feels good. My endorphins do need exercise once and again. But there are sometimes when the facilities in which I wish to pump this iron simply do not meet my standards, so I must find somewhere else to exercise. Alas, upon reaching the cheerful employee at the help desk (no matter the time of day), I am politely reminded that canceling a gym membership is perhaps the most tedious, frustrating procedure on the planet.      The Greatest Con Man in History is not a famous man. It is not, in fact, a singular person. The Greatest Con Man in History is in actuality the regional sales manager of your area's gy...

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