I fear that while COVID lockdowns have proven that we can wfh just fine, the trauma of experiencing wfh during a pandemic has poisoned the well and the popular

I fear that while COVID lockdowns have proven that we can wfh just fine, the trauma of experiencing wfh during a pandemic has poisoned the well and the popular meme (at least in the US) is not all about socializing and “culture”. Working from in the pandemic is simply not the same as doing so voluntarily with a good setup and proper social circle. Hell, even remote first companies get together in person periodically. The framing of WFH as all or nothing forever is toxic and not true. I personally want flexibility. There is little point for me to spend days in the office running from one conf room to another in 30 min increments, often taking up space that could be used for 5-6 people just by myself because I’m coordinating with another office a lot. On days like that my home standing desk is fine and more efficient. When we need to brainstorm and whiteboard, sure office is fine.