Wallace D. Wattles' 1910 Wealth Formula for Today's Entrepreneur

Getting Rich in a Certain Way.
Five minutes at a time.

In 1910, Wallace Wattles wrote a short, plain book he called a practical manual, not a book of theories. In this course we read it the way he asked: by doing what it says. One big idea, affirmations in John's voice, and a short exercise you can use in your life this week.

Taught by John D. Mayfield, creator of the 5-Minutes Series, 2022 Missouri REALTORS® State President and 2026 Missouri REALTORS® State REALTOR® of the Year.

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Sound familiar?

You've read the success books. You're still waiting for the success.

The ideas sounded right. You felt inspired for a week. Then real life took over, and the book went back on the shelf with the others.

"I know what to think. I just don't know what to do on Monday."
"Every success program wants thousands of dollars."
"I feel like I'm always competing for the same small piece of the pie."

Wattles said the rock many thinkers are shipwrecked on is failing to connect thought with action. This course is built to fix exactly that: a little thinking, a little doing, every day.

The big ideas

A practical manual,
put into practice.

Create, don't compete

Wattles taught that you can fight for what already exists, or create something new. One keeps you anxious and stuck; the other opens the door.

Gratitude multiplies

He summed up his whole mental approach in one word: gratitude. Not good manners, but a daily practice that keeps your mind on the best instead of the worst.

Think it, then act on it

A clear, definite picture of what you want, joined with action now, where you are, every single day. That's the Certain Way.

What you'll learn

Seven modules and a 30-day challenge

Each module has six short video lessons, each followed by a quick practice check.

MODULE 1

Your Right to Be Rich

Permission to want more, and why results come from doing things in a Certain Way.

MODULE 2

The Creative Plane

Create instead of compete, with a simple test for every deal, sale and conversation.

MODULE 3

Gratitude, the Wealth Multiplier

Why Wattles built everything on gratitude, plus a seven-day practice to make it a habit.

MODULE 4

Thinking in the Certain Way

Turn a vague wish into a clear, definite picture, and protect it.

MODULE 5

Acting in the Certain Way

Act now, where you are, and make every action count, with a daily method you can start tomorrow.

MODULE 6

The Right Business & the Impression of Increase

Use your talents as tools and leave every customer feeling that dealing with you made their life bigger.

MODULE 7

The Advancing Person

Apply it in any profession, heed Wattles' cautions, and write your own 30-day plan.

MODULE 8

The 30-Day Certain Way Challenge

Live your plan, five minutes a day, with daily scenarios and personal check-ins from John.

Everything included

Not just reading. Doing.

7 video modules

42 short lessons in John's voice, each followed by a quick practice check.

70 voice-guided affirmations

With soft creek and bird sounds, plus downloadable sessions for the car or a walk.

7 Coaches' Challenges

Hands-on exercises that turn each module's idea into something you do this week.

The Certain Way Workbook

Every challenge adds a chapter to your personal plan. Keep it online or print the journal.

The 30-Day Challenge

30 decision scenarios and personal check-ins from John as you live your plan.

30-day money-back guarantee

Try it for a full month. If it isn't right for you, you get your money back.

John D. Mayfield

Your guide

Hi, I'm John Mayfield.

I've spent nearly five decades in business and teaching, mostly in real estate, and I created the 5-Minutes Series to make learning anything feel simple: short lessons, clear steps and real practice.

Wattles' little book has quietly shaped a whole shelf of success literature for more than a century. In this course I walk you through it one idea at a time, in plain language, and help you put each one to work in your own life and business.

Join today

Start your Certain Way

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  • 7 video modules, 42 short lessons with practice checks
  • 70 voice-guided affirmations with downloadable sessions
  • 7 Coaches' Challenges and the Certain Way Workbook
  • The 30-Day Certain Way Challenge with check-ins from John
  • Module quizzes and a final exam
  • Learn on any device, at your own pace
30-day money-back guarantee. Take the course for a full month. If it isn't right for you, just ask for a refund.

What students say

Learning from John

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"John Mayfield has been the most friendly and helpful instructor of my career! His courses are exceptional, from the study guides to the practice tests, I was able to pass my exam with flying colors. Thank you John!"

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"John has a great course! His voice is so pleasant on the recordings. Learning made simple! … He always answered promptly when I had a question. Hope to meet you someday John!"

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"A special thank you to John Mayfield for his excellent instruction. John does a fantastic job of presenting the material in a clear, concise, and practical way. … Five stars all the way!"

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From Google reviews of John's real estate courses at Global Real Estate School.

Questions

Frequently asked

Do I need to read the original book first?

No. The course walks you through Wattles' ideas one at a time, in plain language, quoting his own words where it matters.

Is this only for real estate agents?

No. It's for any entrepreneur, business owner or professional. Wattles wrote for every kind of work, and the course applies his ideas to yours.

Will this make me rich?

No course can promise that, and this one doesn't. Wattles' claims are presented as his ideas, not guaranteed results. What you'll get is a clear, daily method for thinking and acting with purpose. Your results depend on your own work.

How much time does it take?

About five minutes a day. Each lesson is short, and the 30-Day Challenge takes a few minutes each morning and evening.

How long do I have access?

Unlimited. Once you enroll, the course is yours to come back to anytime: replay lessons, review the materials and practice as often as you like.

What if it isn't right for me?

You're covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee. If the course isn't a fit, ask for a refund within 30 days.

Five minutes a day

Think in a Certain Way.
Act in a Certain Way.

Start today, and spend the next 30 days putting a century-old classic to work in your life.

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Book & journal coming soon

Look for The Certain Way Workbook & Journal on Amazon soon: a companion book and journal to keep your notes, plans and progress in one place.

Weekly encouragement

Five minutes of encouragement, every week

Each week John sends a short motivational tip, a recorded affirmation or a quick video. You'll also be the first to hear when new courses launch, plus subscriber-only offers.

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  • Subscriber offers