Snider could benefit the organization by manipulating social networks, gaining consensus to influence perceptions, and improving his own credibility by establishing trustworthiness in line with Habitat's mission. Snider faced significant opposition when trying to modernize financial systems, change HR policies, and expand into uninvited areas. Habitat's overseas projects were fueled by partnerships between US affiliates, expatriates on three-year commitments, local committees, and Allan Donaldson.