Scenario SQL Question

Find Managers with Most Direct Reports

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Problem Statement

Write a query to find the top 3 managers with the most direct reports. Return manager_id, manager_name, and direct_reports_count. Order by count descending.

Relevant Tables

employees

SQL Concepts Used in This Scenario

Strengthen your understanding with these targeted learning topics:

Self JoinsJoins & Relationships
Recursive CTEs for Hierarchical DataSubqueries & CTEs
Common Table ExpressionsSubqueries & CTEs