How to prepare and act as a reference

[b]BLUF: [/b]Are there any different or additional actions you would recommend besides the ones made in the cast "How to Manage you References", when being asked to be a reference for someone else? [b]Background information[/b] In spite of my young age I have held several positions that have, in some forms, allowed me to observe how some very good performers have done their work. Many of them have in return asked me to be reference of their performance, and I would like nothing more. If I, in addition could help them in actually nailing the positions they want, that would be the best. [b]What I have done so far[/b] I have requested that he send me his resume – the same as the one the company holds, as well as the job text. In addition I have requested that he specify which parts of his career I highlight, and what performances he feel would do him justice and highlight his skills best. [b]So re-state my question, are there any additional thing I should do as a reference that would help me help him?[/b] Thank you always for your help Magnus