Ep 6. We Appreciate You!

Jeff Lewis and his team have a lot on their plate as they take on numerous projects in the Flipping Out season 1 episode 6 titled We Appreciate You!. The show begins with Jeff trying to juggle the renovation of a 14,000 square foot house with his other projects while keeping his employees happy. After all, he values his team and wants to show them that their hard work doesn't go unnoticed.

With the stress of the house renovation looming, Jeff focuses his attention on an upcoming open house. Initially, things seem to be going smoothly as Jeff goes through the property with his team, making suggestions on how they can improve the space. However, things take a turn for the worse when Jeff discovers that the sellers of the house had staged it with fake decor. This frustrates Jeff, as he believes that it misrepresents the home and could potentially hurt his chances of selling it.

As the open house approaches, Jeff grows increasingly anxious. Despite the last-minute scramble to finish the renovations, Jeff feels confident that the hard work he and his team put in will pay off. However, when potential buyers arrive, Jeff's worst fears are confirmed - the home isn't generating the buzz he'd hoped for. Disappointed but not defeated, Jeff remains determined to land a sale.

Meanwhile, Jeff's OCD tendencies come to light when his assistant Jenni Pulos confronts him about his excessive hand washing. While Jeff brushes off her concerns, it becomes clear that his habits are more than just a preference. As with many of his personal quirks, Jeff's hand-washing ritual is a manifestation of his anxiety and need for control.

However, in an unexpected turn of events, Jeff experiences anxiety of a different kind when his ex-boyfriend, Ryan Brown, shows up at his office. Despite years of animosity between them, the two have a heart-to-heart about their tumultuous past. Jeff reveals that he's finally ready to let go of the bitterness and give Ryan a second chance at friendship. The moment is a poignant reminder that even in the high-stakes world of house flipping, personal connections matter just as much as professional ones.

As the episode comes to a close, Jeff holds a staff appreciation day to thank his team for their hard work. It's a small gesture that speaks volumes about Jeff's leadership style and his commitment to the people who help make his business a success. With a newfound appreciation for his team, Jeff heads into the next episode with renewed vigor and an even greater determination to succeed.