Question 1

What is Staq AI and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Staq AI is an AI-powered recruitment platform that automates candidate screening through intelligent interviews, helping companies find the right talent faster while reducing hiring costs by up to 80%.

Question 2

How does AI interviewing work?

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Our AI conducts natural phone or text conversations with candidates, asking relevant questions based on your job requirements and company knowledge base. Interviews are recorded and transcribed for your review.

Question 3

Can I customize the interview questions?

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Yes, the AI uses your company's knowledge base, job descriptions, and specific requirements to tailor questions. You can also configure interview rounds and screening criteria.

Question 4

What types of positions can Staq AI screen for?

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Staq AI works across all industries and roles - from entry-level to senior positions, technical to non-technical roles. The AI adapts its questioning based on your specific job requirements.

Question 5

How long does an AI interview typically take?

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Most AI screening interviews take 10-15 minutes, though this is configurable based on your needs and the position's complexity.

Question 6

How much time does Staq AI save in the hiring process?

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Companies typically reduce initial screening time by 80%, allowing hiring managers to focus only on qualified candidates who've already been thoroughly vetted.

Question 7

Can Staq AI integrate with our existing ATS or HR systems?

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Yes, Staq AI provides integration options with popular platforms and can export candidate data in standard formats for seamless workflow integration.

Question 8

How does this compare to traditional phone screenings?

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AI interviews are available 24/7, cost a fraction of human screening, maintain consistent quality, and can handle unlimited candidates simultaneously - all while providing detailed analytics.

Question 9

Is AI interviewing as effective as human screening?

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Studies show AI screening is highly effective for initial filtering, with the advantage of being consistent, unbiased by fatigue or mood, and able to evaluate all candidates using the same criteria.

Question 10

How do you prevent AI bias in hiring?

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Our AI focuses on job-relevant qualifications and skills only. It doesn't consider protected characteristics and uses your company's criteria consistently across all candidates. All interviews are recorded for transparency.

Question 11

What if a candidate doesn't speak clearly or has an accent?

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Our AI is trained on diverse speech patterns and accents. If clarity is an issue, candidates can also participate via text-based interviews as an alternative.

Question 12

Can candidates tell they're talking to AI?

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Yes, we believe in transparency. Candidates are informed upfront that they'll be interviewed by AI, and feedback shows most candidates appreciate the convenience and immediate scheduling.

Question 13

Do candidates like AI interviews?

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Yes, most candidates appreciate the flexibility (24/7 availability), no scheduling conflicts, reduced anxiety of talking to a stranger, and faster feedback on their application.

Question 14

What happens after the AI interview?

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The AI scores and ranks candidates based on your criteria. You receive summaries, transcripts, and recordings to review top candidates before inviting them for human interviews.

Question 15

Can candidates reschedule AI interviews?

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Yes, candidates can initiate their AI interview whenever it's convenient for them within your specified timeframe, eliminating scheduling conflicts entirely.

Question 16

How quickly can we set up Staq AI?

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Most companies are up and running within 24-48 hours. You'll add your company information to the knowledge base, create job postings, and the AI is ready to start interviewing.

Question 17

Do we need technical expertise to use Staq AI?

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No, Staq AI is designed for HR professionals and hiring managers. The interface is intuitive, and we provide support during setup and ongoing use.

Question 18

Where is candidate data stored and is it secure?

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All data is encrypted and stored securely in compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations. You maintain full control over your candidate data.

Question 19

Can we post jobs to multiple platforms from Staq AI?

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Yes, once you create a job, you get shareable links for LinkedIn, Indeed, and other platforms, plus your own branded careers page.

Question 20

What is the company knowledge base and why is it important?

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The knowledge base contains your company info, culture, benefits, and technical details. The AI uses this to answer candidate questions and assess cultural fit accurately.

Question 21

Can we have different knowledge bases for different departments?

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Yes, you can create multiple knowledge bases (e.g., for different locations, subsidiaries, or brands) and assign them to specific job postings.

Question 22

How does the AI learn about our company culture?

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You can import information directly from your website or manually add details about values, work environment, benefits, and team structure to the knowledge base.

Question 23

Is AI screening legal and compliant with employment laws?

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Yes, AI screening is legal when implemented properly. Staq AI focuses on job-relevant criteria and maintains records of all assessments for compliance and audit purposes.

Question 24

How long are interview recordings kept?

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Interview recordings and transcripts are retained according to your company policy and local regulations, with full control over data retention periods.

Question 25

What's included in a Staq AI subscription?

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You get unlimited AI interviews, candidate pipeline management, analytics and reporting, knowledge base management, job posting tools, and ongoing platform updates and support.

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