Here is a balanced color palette that provides distinct colors for ten employees, ensuring that they are visually appealing and can be placed next to each other without blending.

json
{
  "palette_name": "Employee Color Palette",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "Sky Blue",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #87CEEB
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Coral",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #FF7F50
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Gold",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #FFD700
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Medium Sea Green",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #3CB371
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Orchid",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #DA70D6
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Tomato",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #FF6347
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Slate Blue",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #6A5ACD
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Light Salmon",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #FFA07A
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Medium Violet Red",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #C71585
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "Pale Goldenrod",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #EEE8AA
                        "
    }
  ]
}

This palette provides a range of colors that are distinct yet harmonious, making it suitable for an Excel sheet where each employee can have a unique color without overwhelming the viewer.

Would you like any adjustments to the colors, or do you need help with anything else?