Six direct reports is the rule of thumb I use but it depends on the job, the manager, and the staff. Use a number that’s demanding but realistic for your purpose; it should take good managers but not great managers.
At one level above the actual production staff, having 50+ direct reports is common, and not really a problem.
Six direct reports is the rule of thumb I use but it depends on the job, the manager, and the staff. Use a number that’s demanding but realistic for your purpose; it should take good managers but not great managers.
At one level above the actual production staff, having 50+ direct reports is common, and not really a problem.