The Big Shot with Bethenny

In the premiere episode, Bethenny kicks off the search for her VP of Operations with a cocktail party, where first impressions send candidates home before they can say “Skinnygirl.” Later, a social media aptitude test leaves Bethenny underwhelmed.

After introducing the remaining contestants to their new workspace, a stunning Soho loft, Bethenny reminds them that this is the interview of a lifetime – and they better start acting the part. Giving the first challenge’s winner a special edge – and emphasizing that effective time management should be their first priority – Bethenny spurs the group to produce an ad campaign for her inclusive, bestselling shapewear line. But when faced with criticism, some can’t handle the heat.

While the photoshoot challenge continues, Bethenny confronts a source of drama – and struggles to tell a friendly face that they’ve bungled a crucial task. After meeting the group back at the loft to evaluate their shots, Bethenny struggles to showcase her trademark decisiveness at elimination. Later, the candidates prepare themselves for a massive curveball.

What begins as a straightforward project – preparing Bethenny for a Skinnygirl clothing sales appearance – turns into the contestants’ highest-stakes undertaking yet when Bethenny announces they’ll have to sell the products themselves … on live TV.

After throwing two colossal curveballs, Bethenny directs the group to produce a video campaign for BStrong, a disaster relief initiative close to her heart. Paired off for the first time, duos must work together to crystallize and convey a concise, poignant message for Bethenny’s website – but when chaos strikes, will they impress the boss with their calm execution, or will they fall apart?

Challenged to create a digital showcase for Bethenny’s new cookware line, the group struggles to follow simple recipes and communicate their vision to a web designer. With the heat turned all the way up, the candidates forge deep connections back at the loft – just in time for elimination.