So at school tomorrow we have to do a mock job interview to prepare us for "The real world"

But I don't what they're gonna ask or what I'm going to say. Help?

Have you Googled 'standard job interview questions'? Taking some initiative and doing your own research is a big part of getting a job.

Well basics are maintain eye contact with the person you are talking with and be engaging. Also do not handshake like a wet fish, it just doesn't give the right impression. Try not to worry about nerves, thats normal. If it's a mock interview I wouldn't worry too much about doing 'poorly' or whatever, they'll be able to give you pointers and help you out. But it's best to think now what kind of skills you have and how you can portray yourself. They'll most likely ask you what skills you have, what you can bring to the company, why you want to work for them and why you think your best suited to the role.

They probably won't ask you about previous experience I'd assume? They'll probably ask to tell you a little bit about yourself, what your favorite things are (maybe even what your favorite colour is) what your hobbies are. Just try and maintain eye contact and be as confident as possible, it's not a stare down though! Your body language is important too. Don't fiddle with your hands if you can avoid it, put them somewhere comfortable and crossing your arms is a very 'defensive' kind of thing so don't do that. It doesn't come across as an open gesture. As above you might want to google interview questions so you get a better idea what they will ask.

On a personal note I hate interviews, all a rubbish game of lies and half truths to get a job. You know the game, they know the game. Load of rubbish. Especially the rude people who don't bother to get back to you. Height of rudeness when you apply for something (even when you don't get an interview) and they are to lazy to tell you to get lost.

Thanks so far.

I'm probably going to have to ask them a question, what do people usually ask?

Just answer whatever they ask with confidence. It always depends on the job you apply for, but mainly they ask about two things, experience and attitude.

When it comes to experience, don't lie. Just tell them exactly what experience you have in the field. If you don't have any experience, don't lie about that either. Don't tell them about any irrelevant experience you may have, try and make it relevant in some way. No one cares if you ran a lemonade stand in the third grade if you're applying for the position of dishwasher. Don't try and make your experience sound overly fancy either, that gives them the impression that you think they're stupid and you expect them to believe whatever comes out of your mouth. Treat them with respect.

When it comes to attitude, it's common sense really, stay positive, show that you're willing to take orders without questioning and (if the job calls for it) are able to make your own decisions too, being sure of yourself. If you don't have any aforementioned any experience, having a "I'm willing to learn" attitude helps. They'll most likely ask you why you want the job. So give them a reason to want you on their team. Tell them how you're suited for the position and affirm in their minds that you're not just doing it because you were forced, or need a quick buck, or something like that. Show that you have something to bring to the table.

That's about all it, really. Reading http://www.cracked.com/blog/the-5-most-common-errors-first-time-job-applicants/ might help.

Arrogance, arrogance breeds confidence, employers like both. The first to an extent.
Believe you're the only one for the job and sell that to them, they'll only believe it as much as you do or less.

Also are you a good liar? Because lying helps a ton

Not sure why people think you have to lie. Just answer truthfully but convey the right attitude in your answers.

When they ask something you can answer instantly or after some thought. You'll need to lie or leave a blank question.
I got one "describe a time you have went out of your way to help someone" I could have answered with simple rubbish answers but I choose to lie and give a better (made up) time

What? That I'm not confident at all? That I am not motivated? That sometimes I struggle to communicate effectively and get panic attacks? - there are some things that need to be lied about in job interviews.

Need is a strong word.

Or instead of lying you show that you realise your weaknesses and are taking steps to improve them? Which shows initiative and that you can evaluate yourself.

Unless of course you aren't taking steps to improve those things? Which would bring about the need to lie which could take that job from somebody who actually needs it.

Yup, that'll get you the job.

But if it's something other than flipping burgers, expect to be fired within the month.

Or avoid the issue entirely by lying. Showing weakness in a job interview is a bad idea. I really don't understand your last sentence, it sounds kind of dumb to me. Because being unemployed, you need a job.

I don't want to get onto the subject of philosophy, but in reality nobody needs a job.
Also showing weakness is not the same as admitting weakness but showing the strength to do so.

Lying is not avoiding any issue, it's simply putting it off. People need to start making changes in their life rather than simply expecting everything to be as they expect.

I don't really know what you mean but saying you are not confident in a job interview isn't a good idea. Employers are not looking for that. You need to give the best impression you can in the short time you have available. This becomes an even bigger issue in for example a group interview, which are rather unpleasant things.

On that note, I know it is only a mock interview but you would be surprised by the number of people who don't dress smart for an interview, bear that in mind for actual interviews.

Not entirely sure you actually read my posts. Nowhere did I say to say that you aren't confident

I read your posts. I noticed. I don't want to be dragged into an argument. So it is time to leave this thread! I hope your mock job interview goes well!

That's fair enough, I'm not here to argue Sorry for any hostility!
Best wishes with the mock interview from me also!