Proof Cards Guide

Learn about verified proof of your work that you can share anywhere

What are Proof Cards?

Proof Cards are verified, shareable proof of your work on Vybe Sprint challenges. They showcase your role, artifacts, mentor scores, and feedback from real business challenges posted by Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs).

Unlike traditional portfolios, Proof Cards are:

  • Verified: Authenticated by Vybe Sprint, proving you completed real work
  • Scored: Include mentor and SME scores across 5 criteria
  • Shareable: Public links you can share anywhere
  • Portfolio-Ready: Perfect for job applications and professional networks
  • Real Business Impact: Show you solved actual problems for real companies
What's Included in a Proof Card?

Your Role

Your specific role on the team (PM, Designer, Marketer, or Tech) and how you contributed to the solution.

Score Summary

Your team's scores from mentors and SMEs across 5 criteria:

  • Problem (20%) - How well the team understood and defined the problem
  • Strategy (25%) - Quality of the approach and solution strategy
  • Execution (30%) - How well the solution was implemented
  • Evidence (15%) - Quality of proof, metrics, and validation
  • Teamwork (10%) - Collaboration and team dynamics

Artifacts

Links to your deliverables - designs, code repositories, campaigns, documentation, and other work products.

Mentor Notes

Feedback and notes from mentors and SMEs about your work, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.

Verification Badge

A verified badge from Vybe Sprint confirming the authenticity of your work and participation.

How to Get a Proof Card

1. Join a Challenge

Apply to a challenge from a Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) and get matched into a team.

2. Complete the Challenge

Work with your team for 2 weeks to build a solution for the SME's business problem. Submit your work before the deadline.

3. Get Scored

Mentors and SMEs score your team's submission across 5 criteria. This happens during the judging phase.

4. Receive Your Proof Card

After scoring is complete, an admin generates Proof Cards for all participants. You'll receive a shareable link to your Proof Card.

Note: All participants receive Proof Cards regardless of placement. Even if your team doesn't win, you still get verified proof of your work!

How to Use Proof Cards

Proof Cards are versatile and can be used in many ways to boost your career:

1. Portfolio Website

Add Proof Cards to your portfolio website. They provide verified proof of real work on actual business problems, which is more credible than personal projects.

2. Job Applications

Include Proof Card links in your job applications. Employers can see your actual work, scores, and feedback from real business challenges.

3. LinkedIn & Professional Networks

Share Proof Cards on LinkedIn, Twitter, or other professional networks. They demonstrate real-world experience and verified skills.

4. Resume & CV

Add Proof Card links to your resume. They provide concrete evidence of your abilities and real business impact.

5. Interview Talking Points

Use Proof Cards as talking points in interviews. You can discuss the challenge, your role, the solution, and the feedback you received.

Why Proof Cards Matter

Proof Cards give you a competitive edge in your career:

Verified Credibility

Unlike personal projects, Proof Cards are verified by Vybe Sprint and show you worked on real business problems for actual companies (SMEs).

Measurable Results

Scores from mentors and SMEs provide objective evidence of your performance and skills.

Real Business Impact

Proof Cards show you can solve real problems for real businesses, not just build personal projects.

Team Collaboration

They demonstrate your ability to work in diverse teams and collaborate effectively across different roles.

Career Acceleration

Many participants have used Proof Cards to land jobs, internships, and freelance opportunities. They're a powerful career tool.

Best Practices

Keep Your Profile Updated

Make sure your Vybe Sprint profile is complete and up-to-date. This information appears on your Proof Cards.

Submit Quality Work

The better your submission, the better your scores, and the more impressive your Proof Card will be.

Document Your Process

Keep detailed worklogs. Good documentation helps with scoring and makes your Proof Card more valuable.

Share Strategically

Share Proof Cards where they'll have the most impact - on your portfolio, in job applications, and on professional networks.

Use Multiple Proof Cards

Participate in multiple challenges to build a collection of Proof Cards. This shows consistent performance and diverse experience.

Ready to earn your first Proof Card?

Proof Cards Guide | Vybe Sprint