Air date: 1984-01-05

Runtime: 30 min

Denis Ailing applies for a new job as a salesman — but will his decision to beat nerves by using pep pills work out in his favour?

Air date: 1984-01-12

Runtime: 30 min

Denis continues to struggle through disastrous attempts to become a successful salesman, but his social life is picking up — Jennifer and Glenn offer the chance to flat share.

Air date: 1984-01-19

Runtime: 30 min

As promised, Jennifer lets Denis take her out for a meal to celebrate his first sale. But has Denis drank too much — and can he handle the consequences?

Air date: 1984-01-26

Runtime: 30 min

After a chance meeting with an unscrupulous alarm salesman, Denis decides to take on board some unethical practises and see if they work for him.

Air date: 1984-02-02

Runtime: 30 min

Denis suffers from what his doctor terms a 'psychological blockage'. Overwhelmed by a lack of confidence, he's unable to close the deal in his working life — or in his relationship with Jennifer.

Air date: 1984-02-09

Runtime: 30 min

Denis and Jennifer aren't on speaking terms, causing a terrible atmosphere both in the office and at home. Even worse, two salesmen from a different department convince Denis that the best way to produce great sales figures is through lying.