Cardinal rules for giving references after an interview

• The most important parts of the interview process are within your control – well, somewhat.
• From how you dress, how persuasive you are, to whether or not you are prepared for the questions. There’s a whole lot of preparation you can do to make sure you’re not caught off guard.

But if you’re like me, you’ve always wondered what kind of conversations transpire between your reference and your potential employer. And the biggest concern – how do you brief a career reference without making it sound like you want them to embellish your achievements?