Throughout the fifth section of the text, “The Thought-Factor in Achievement,” Allen refers to achievement, a result that one gains through effort: “All achievements, whether in the business, intellectual, or spiritual world, are the result of definitely directed thought, are governed by the same law and are of the same method” (38). Allen believes that one cannot achieve anything until one practices positive, righteous thinking and casts aside selfish desires. One must direct their thoughts toward the object of their achievement, which Allen notes is the only way to truly achieve. “The same law” and “same method” refer to the dedication to positive thinking that achievement requires. Allen keeps the types of achievement broad (“business, intellectual, or spiritual”), allowing readers to consider whatever outcomes they hope to achieve. The broadness of his message allows readers to project their own hope for achievement onto it and apply the lessons to their specific circumstances.

One focus of the sixth section, “Visions and Ideals,” is the ideal, or a standard one sets as a goal for perfection or excellence. Allen uses the term to refer to what a person becomes in realizing their vision, or “the prophecy of what [they] shall at last unveil” (40).