The review found the following characteristics about successful and unsuccessful coalitions. Focus on a well-defined issue. Have an agreed-on vision and goals. Address unambiguous problems. Have solidarity among members.
Unsuccessful coalitions Have unrealistic or vague goals.
Costs to members exceed their benefits. Are given responsibility without authority. Mandates are top-down and originate externally rather than internally. Timeframes for success tend to be unrealistic. The expectations of coalitions were found to be a fundamental barometer of their performance.