To ensure that an organizational chart is not too large and overwhelming, one can right size it. If necessary, create multiple charts instead of one. This allows the audience to get an overview of the organizational structure and then delve deeper into departments or divisions when they're ready. Consistent use of shapes and colors can also help. For example, use the same shape for supervisors, another shape for mid-level employees, and a different one for junior employees. Also, choose one color for each division in your company and use it consistently. Adding pertinent information about your staff, such as contact information, location, clients, or specialties can make it clear who does what and where. Showing assistants with a sidebar below the manager can denote the assistant role while still clearly showing the manager's direct reports. Lastly, pay attention to spacing to make your chart easier on the eyes by keeping boxes equidistant from each other.
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