The History of the Manifesto
In our first step as a company, Holstee’s founders, Dave, Mike and Fabian sat together on the steps of Union Square in New York to write down how they define success. The goal was to create something they could reflect back on if they ever felt stuck or found themselves living according to someone else’s definition of happiness.
In 2009, the words of the Holstee Manifesto took form in a bold letterpress poster with the help of designer, Rachael Beresh. Not long after it began to take the internet by storm, with the Washington Post calling it “The Next Just Do It”.
In 2010, we created the Lifecycle Video above as a homage to Manifesto while celebrating the diversity of bicycle riding in New York City.
The Manifesto has been translated into 13 languages (and counting!) with the help of our worldwide community, including Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Polish, and Hebrew and Arabic.
In 2012 we launched MyLife to collect the many stories people were sending in about how they chase their dreams, live their best lives and how they have chosen to redefine success in their own terms. Years later, it is monumentally encouraging and inspiring to see how many people with which the words of The Holstee Manifesto have resonated. We are honored, proud and humbled to have such a remarkable community that surrounds and supports Holstee.
Above all else, creating the Holstee Manifesto has confirmed for us that with genuine positive intentions, anything is possible.
Shop the Holstee Manifesto Collection
Bring the manifesto into your home as a daily inspiration and reminder to live the life you love. The manifesto also makes for a great gift for a friend ready (or who needs an extra nudge!) to take the next big step in their life!
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Holstee Manifesto Poster (18x24)
From $36.00Where we began and what keeps us moving forward today. Originally written to celebrate aspects of life they truly valued,... View Details -
Holstee Manifesto Cards
$30.00If you love the Manifesto, now you can pass it on. The starting point on our mission to create shareable... View Details -
These words have been a part of Holstee’s core values and messaging from the very beginning. When Mike, Dave and... View Details -
Manifesto Mug
$18.00These days, you can take almost everything with you. Items can be folded down into pocket-size and you can tuck... View Details -
Holstee Manifesto Journal
$24.00Take your inspiration from the Manifesto with you wherever you go. This 6"x8" notebook is crafted in Canada from 100% post-consumer recycled... View Details -
Gold Foil Manifesto Print
$12.00Share your passion. This 5”x7” edition of the Manifesto shines bright in stunning gold foil. Highlighting the words of the Manifesto, this print... View Details -
Holstee Manifesto Decal
From $180.00One of our most requested products, this extra-large version of the Holstee Manifesto will light up any room of the... View Details -
These frames are currently available for U.S. orders only. Want to know if that changes? Contact us at help@holstee.com. A... View Details -
Where we began and what keeps us moving forward today. Originally written to celebrate aspects of life they truly valued,... View Details -
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Make your home merry and bright with a festive (mini!) version of our Manifesto on display. Letterpress printed with gold... View Details -
Where we began and what keeps us moving forward today. Originally written to celebrate aspects of life they truly valued,... View Details -
Where we began and what keeps us moving forward today. Originally written to celebrate aspects of life they truly valued,... View Details -
One Hamsa Poster
$36.00We are united in our differences. It could be no coincidence that we received both the Hebrew and Arabic translations... View Details -
Presenting the words you know so well, now in French. Five years later, the Holstee Manifesto continues to be our... View Details -
Presenting the words you know so well, now in Spanish. Four years later, the Holstee Manifesto continues to be our... View Details
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