Regular steering committee meetings enable the principal and the business coordinator to plan more effectively for the partnership program. Tours of the school and the business help both parties become more aware and creative in meeting their needs and utilizing their resources. Steering committee meetings held alternately at each location are productive ways for each partner to learn about the other. Personal interests of the participants can also be incorporated into the business partnership's activities. Efforts to involve the business employees and the school faculty should be included early in the planning stage.
People have a tendency to support that which they help to plan.
Often staff members are aware of resources they may pursue in meeting the needs of the partnership.