Doug Stauber, a 33-year-old assistant manager at a Chicago supermarket, is poised for a promotion, but his chances are threatened by a rival, Richard Wehlner, a highly qualified and likable candidate who is also vying for the position. As Doug navigates his relationships with Richard, he must decide whether to view him as a friend, colleague, competitor, or enemy, all while confronting personal and corporate challenges.

The Promotion
A fierce competition unfolds as two ambitious executives of a leading grocery store chain clash in a relentless struggle for dominance, each determined to outmaneuver the other and claim the highly coveted position of top management.