The job search process can be quite challenging for many individuals. Creating the right resume and providing ideal answers during interviews are crucial in the adventure of finding a job. While human resources experts may resort to some hidden methods to select the right candidate for a position, the same risky question echoes in most meeting rooms: ”Why should we hire you?” In 2020, NBA star Stephen Curry, by putting Bill Gates in front of him, portrayed a role as if he was interviewing him for a software engineering position at Microsoft. Gates provided ideal answers to common interview questions, including tough questions about salary expectations. Although the question ”Why should we hire you?” may seem simple, it actually expects you to highlight multiple strong qualities. Being prepared for such questions can make you stand out in job interviews. Gates responded to this question as follows: “You should look at the codes I’ve written. I develop software programs far beyond the lessons I’ve taken. I think I’ve gotten even better over time, so you can see how ambitious I am. I believe I work well with people. I can sometimes criticize codes harshly, but I generally enjoy being part of a team. I love big and ambitious goals. I am excited to think about how we can shape the future. Software is an incredible field, and I want to be a part of it.” In his response, Gates emphasized his passion and ambition for coding beyond his education. Furthermore, while mentioning his teamwork skills, he interestingly discussed his habit of providing “harsh criticism.” Although this may seem like a potential weakness, it is actually a clever explanation because it shows that he trusts his expertise, is authoritative, and does not hesitate to express his ideas clearly. Gates’s habit of providing “harsh criticism” does not negatively affect his ability to work with others. On the contrary, it shows that he is open-minded and values the opinions of others, which is a very important trait in any work environment.