For each of the remarks made below, what types of interpersonal influences could exist?
a. “I’ve had good working relations with department X. They like me and I like them. I can usually push through anything ahead of schedule.”
b. A research scientist was temporarily promoted to project management for an advanced state-of-the-art effort. He was overheard making the following remark to a team member: “I know it’s contrary to department policy, but the test must be conducted according to these criteria or else the results will be meaningless.”