[s6e3] - The Promotion

: Michael and Jim must decide how to distribute a small pool of performance-based bonuses instead of standard raises. Jim suggests giving larger raises to the best employees.

: Dwight is furious over Jim's promotion. He spends the episode attempting to turn the office against Jim, hoping to dismantle the co-management structure. Production Credits Director : Randall Einhorn Writer : Aaron Shure Original Air Date : October 1, 2009

is the third episode of Season 6 of The Office . It explores the friction caused by the new co-management structure between Michael Scott and the recently promoted Jim Halpert. Plot Overview [S6E3] The Promotion

: As their wedding approaches, Pam tries to subtly ask coworkers for cash instead of traditional gifts. She eventually feels guilty after Kevin writes her a check, though she is briefly touched that he addressed it to "Mrs. Pam Halpert".

Following the events of the previous episode, David Wallace confirms that Michael and Jim will serve as . While Michael oversees "big picture" items, Jim is tasked with day-to-day operations. The honeymoon phase of this arrangement ends quickly when corporate informs them that there are no funds for annual cost-of-living raises. Key Storylines : Michael and Jim must decide how to

The staff quickly turns against Jim, resenting his new authority and the "unfair" distribution.

: Ryan attempts to convince Pam to invest her wedding money into an "algorithm" he claims can predict college basketball games. He spends the episode attempting to turn the

Ultimately, the two decide to give the money to the sales team, which further alienates the rest of the office.