Stop in for a cup of coffee
People also refuse to acknowledge the raise/bonus they got by working from home. Fuel, wear and tear, child care, home chores, flexibility in their schedule, work anywhere there is internet and the saving commuting to and from. Those going to work didn't get bonuses or raises. Nothing changed, just the same work agreement that was made for everyone long before COVID. and less answers but more meetings.
Oh, and we wore masks 8-10 hours a day 5 days a week for 2 years.