The presenter prepares examples, uses humor, interaction, analogies and metaphors, and visual or technology aids organized so the audience follows along easily. The presenter makes eye contact with and engages the audience. The presenter moves, gestures, and is spontaneous, not limited by technology or preconceived ideas. Examples, not just data dumps, are used. Not just facts and figures.
Effective presenters draw conclusions, using examples the audience can relate to.
Humor is key. Personality makes or breaks a presentation. A speaker who has passion for the subject can make a perfectly boring topic interesting. Technology and high-tech presentation materials are used to their advantage. PowerPoint can help bring out the best aspects of a presentation with the help of audio, visual, and formatting options.