In this first season of The Office, Dunder Mifflin Regional Manager Michael Scott leads the documentary team and his staff on a journey through inappropriate behavior, well-intentioned but misguided comments and a myriad of poor management techniques.

A documentary crew arrives at Dundler Mifflin to observe the workplace. Michael Scott tries to paint a happy picture while facing potential downsizing.

Corporate sends in a consultant after Michael attempts to imitate a Chris Rock routine. Michael ends up staging his own Diversity Day event.

Dwight ends up in charge of picking a new health care plan.

With Dwight worried about downsizing, Jim agrees to an alliance; Michael tries to increase moral be throwing a birthday party for Meredith.

Michael challenges the warehouse staff to a basketball game versus the office staff.

Several male staff members vie for the attention of an attractive purse sales woman.