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A major issue with collective action is figuring out how to structure, plan, and organize actions that achieve results. Structural issues often involve deciding the most effective type of organization. A confederation is different from a union, and both are different from a grass-roots organization, but all of these structures may work under various circumstances. Not all members of the community are suited to planning or leadership roles, and even experienced leaders may falter at times. The organization of the action directly affects not only the result of the action, but also the potential of future actions. It's difficult to retain members if an organization does not achieve results. In the ideal, collective action is a group effort, with all those who benefit contributing to the action. Realistically, free riders are a problem for collective action efforts. Success is never guaranteed, so people prefer to pick and choose what they spend their time doing.