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This is a great way to prepare them for the call. Have a copy of the job description and either read it to them or send it to them via email. This way the reference will be able to speak directly about your experience and how it relates to the new position. You will want your potential new employer to know the skills you have and how they will relate to the new position. Most of the time employers will ask very general reference questions, but if your reference goes to bat for you, and offers more insight about how, where, and when, this would give you an advantage over the competition. If the question is never asked, then the answer is never given.