Forming alliances with other committee members is a normal part of committee work; use these to your advantage. However, if standing alone is unavoidable, support your position with logical argument and evidence.

It is important to work out any potential allies. Some allies may support you on some issues, and not on others. Anyone on the committee is a potential ally depending on what issues are discussed.

Try sounding out issues with other committee members because this way you can decide if they are worth raising with the full committee.

Discuss issues and approaches with one or more others. You may seek out a caucus, or others may seek you out. If you feel you are compromising your own position by joining a caucus, decide to stand apart.