Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to the most common questions about using the Talentstripe platform, for both job seekers and employers.
For job seekers
1. Science-Backed Competency Model
We’ve developed a research-based framework of nine key competencies that cover everything essential for workplace success.
2. Comprehensive Profiling
After completing the basic test, we create your profile based on the nine key competencies, showing your strengths and areas for growth. You can increase your profile reliability by solving additional tests and assessments.
3. AI-Powered Job Matching
Our AI analyzes available job listings and descriptions to identify the most critical competencies for success in each role.
4. Proprietary Algorithm
Our algorithm matches you with ideal employers and jobs that align with your strengths and competencies.
5. Get Noticed by the Right Employers
When a company sees you as a great fit, they’ll reach out. From that point, it’s up to you to decide the next steps.
You’re in Control
You decide if and when to connect with employers. They cannot see your private information or contact you unless you give permission.
Through scientific research and our own studies, we identified nine essential competencies that are crucial for success at any job.
Coping / Resilience – Adapting to change, handling stress, and overcoming obstacles effectively.
Originality / Creativity – Thinking outside the box, solving problems innovatively, embracing learning, and staying open to new ideas.
Management / Leadership – Taking charge, making decisions, motivating teams, spotting talent, and driving action.
Problem-Solving / Analytical Thinking – Breaking down complex challenges, learning new tools quickly, and getting to the root of the issues.
Ethics / Fair Play – Acting with integrity, valuing honesty and fairness, and upholding organizational standards.
Team Play / Collaboration – Thriving in teams, supporting colleagues, and building strong professional relationships.
Entrepreneurship / Proactivity – Staying results-driven, spotting growth opportunities, and pushing for career and business advancement.
Networking / Communication – Connecting with people, influencing effectively, and communicating confidently.
Task-Orientation / Execution – Working systematically, planning ahead, and following through.
Yes, all tests in the Talentstripe app are free.
Only you can see your results. They become visible to employers only when you choose to share them.
We’ve got two test levels:
Basic Test – A quick, easy sign-up step that takes just a few minutes. It gives us an initial read on your 9 key competencies.
Advanced Testing – Optional but highly recommended. It fine-tunes your scores, making them more reliable and boosting your chances of getting noticed by top employers. If two candidates have similar strengths, the one with the more reliable scores gets matched first.
Time – You can solve additional testing at your own pace. No rush—you can pause and pick up anytime. We’ll even send you a friendly reminder. Remember, the more tasks you solve, the better.
For employers
There are at least three advantages in using Talentstripe:
a) Save Time: Let us handle the pre-selection process.
b) Reduce Costs: Focus on the best candidates only.
c) Improve Fit: Use our scientifically-based COMPETENT model.
Science-Backed Competency Model – We’ve developed a research-based framework of nine key competencies that cover everything essential for workplace success.
Comprehensive Candidate Profiling – Every candidate completes a series of tests and assessments, allowing us to pinpoint their strengths (and areas for growth).
AI-Powered Job Matching – Our trained AI analyzes your job listing and description to determine the most critical competencies for success in the role (of course, you can tweak it as you see fit).
The Secret Sauce – Our proprietary algorithm sifts through a vast talent pool to find candidates who truly fit your role based on their competencies.
You Make the Connection – Get in touch with your ideal candidates and ake it from there!*
* You pay only for the candidates you get in touch with after they approve the connection.
Through scientific research and our own studies, we identified nine essential competencies that are crucial for success at any job. It is the COMPETENT model.
Coping / Resilience – Adapting to change, handling stress, and overcoming obstacles effectively.
Originality / Creativity – Thinking outside the box, solving problems innovatively, embracing learning, and staying open to new ideas.
Management / Leadership – Taking charge, making decisions, motivating teams, spotting talent, and driving action.
Problem-Solving / Analytical Thinking – Breaking down complex challenges, learning new tools quickly, and getting to the root of the issues.
Ethics / Fair Play – Acting with integrity, valuing honesty and fairness, and upholding organizational standards.
Team Play / Collaboration – Thriving in teams, supporting colleagues, and building strong professional relationships.
Entrepreneurship / Proactivity – Staying results-driven, spotting growth opportunities, and pushing for career and business advancement.
Networking / Communication – Connecting with people, influencing effectively, and communicating confidently.
Task-Orientation / Execution – Working systematically, planning ahead, and following through.
Simply register, enter the job information for the position you need to fill, and use AI to select the competencies required for the job. The system will show you candidates who best match the requested competencies.
Candidates are already tested through Talentstripe, and the system shows how well they fit the job. After that, you can contact them and, if needed, further test them outside the application.
Employers primarily spend credits (tokens) to get in touch with desired candidates. The number of credits required depends on the position being filled and the degree of match between the candidate’s profile and the organization’s needs.
Because the number of credits varies based on each role and match level, Talentstripe offers flexible credit packages:
- Pay-as-you-go model: 1 credit = €10
| Package | Credits | Price |
| Starter | 50 | €450 |
| Growth | 150 | €1,200 |
| Pro | 350 | €2,500 |
| Business | 500 | €3,550 |
| Enterprise | 1000 | €6,500 |
- Credit cost per position and match percentage (paid by the employer upon revealing candidate identity):
| Position Level | Up to 30% Match | 31–70% Match | 71%+ Match |
| Entry-Level Positions | 15 | 30 | 60 |
| Mid-Level Positions | 20 | 35 | 70 |
| Senior Specialist Roles | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| Managerial Roles | 40 | 70 | 150 |
General
The COMPETENT model is our science-backed framework of nine key competencies that drive workplace success. Instead of relying only on job titles, we focus on real skills, ensuring that job matches are precise, meaningful, and future-proof.
Here’s what COMPETENT stands for:
Coping / Resilience – Adapting to change, handling stress, and overcoming obstacles effectively.
Originality / Creativity – Thinking outside the box, solving problems innovatively, embracing learning, and staying open to new ideas.
Management / Leadership – Taking charge, making decisions, motivating teams, spotting talent, and driving action.
Problem-Solving / Analytical Thinking – Breaking down complex challenges, learning new tools quickly, and getting to the root of the issues.
Ethics / Fair Play – Acting with integrity, valuing honesty and fairness, and upholding organizational standards.
Team Play / Collaboration – Thriving in teams, supporting colleagues, and building strong professional relationships.
Entrepreneurship / Proactivity – Staying results-driven, spotting growth opportunities, and pushing for career and business advancement.
Networking / Communication – Connecting with people, influencing effectively, and communicating confidently.
Task-Orientation / Execution – Working systematically, planning ahead, and following through.
Our AI analyzes your job description to identify the most critical competencies for success in that role. Instead of relying on generic job categories, we focus on what truly matters—skills, strengths, and real job fit.
Of course, as an employer you are free to tweak our AI suggestions as you see fit. We will even help you by asking some questions to guide you.
At the bottom of the page, there is a contact form where you can submit additional questions.
Video Guide
See how to use Talentstripe in just two minutes.