In which a bumper sticker maven attempts to distill the Bootstrap ethos into four rectangles of adhesive vinyl. The goal of the project is to not just talk about the four stages of Bootstrapping, but to create objects that actually cause observers to experience the mental state inherent in each stage.

Profits from sales of of these stickers are shared equally between Bumperactive.com and the Bootstrap Network (a single sticker is $4.50 with bulk rates kicking in for two or more).

Are you ready? The Journey of 1,000 Miles begins with a single word.