Episode 214: Outsourcing HR: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Bob 'n Joyce Talk HR 'n OD · Nov 10, 2025 · 19m

In today’s episode, Bob ‘n Joyce dive into the pitfalls that often accompany the perceived benefits of outsourcing HR services. While outsourcing can seem like a smart move, especially on paper, it often brings unintended consequences—many of them negative—despite the best intentions and solid rationale.

We’re not anti-outsourcing, but we’ve seen the chaos that can result when the process isn’t managed well. The good news? With the right approach, much of that chaos can be avoided.

Here are a few of our thoughts on making outsourcing work for you rather than against you:

• Pain points are…