[s5e2] Business Ethics May 2026

The episode centers on a mandatory seminar led by Holly Flax. After Michael encourages everyone to share their unethical behavior under a false promise of immunity, confesses that she has been sleeping with a supplier for paper discounts and Outback Steakhouse gift certificates.

: Despite their ideological clash, Michael eventually stands up for Holly, helping her get the signatures she needs to appease corporate. "The Office" Business Ethics (TV Episode 2008) [S5E2] Business Ethics

: Andy Bernard attempts to drop a philosophical "ethics bomb" by asking if someone would steal bread to feed their family, only for Dwight to dismiss it as a "trick question" because the bread is poisoned. The episode centers on a mandatory seminar led by Holly Flax

Dwight claims he never wastes a single second of company time. "The Office" Business Ethics (TV Episode 2008) :

The tension peaks when Jim describes the plot of Battlestar Galactica incorrectly to bait Dwight into wasting time by correcting him.

: Horrified by the blatant breach of ethics, Holly insists on reporting Meredith and seeking her termination.

Jim begins timing Dwight’s personal moments, including his "unethical" use of the bathroom and personal breaks.