Some folks aren't wired for the self-discipline or don't enjoy the isolation of remote work. They thrive in an office where they can interact face to face with their co-workers and have their manager looking over their shoulder. And that's fine. There's nothing wrong with that. But don't hire them for your remote-only business and expect them to be happy and productive.
At my current job there is a trend to more and more planning, prioritizing and scheduling. I understand there is a need for that but personally I perform best if I get a big goal and can figure it out for myself.
I believe that lots of synchronous video communication is key here.
Personally, I’m quite socially awkward and tend to avoid people, but being isolated still depresses me.
I don't look to annoy others at work, I just don't like to be at home (unless I really need to focus on something, which can happen).
The main two that helps me with that are to ride my bicycle at least twice per week and to play Jazz jam sessions on a pub nearby.
also... wife + kids + regular family time... all that helps a lot! =)
People want offices so they won't be socially isolated. You might not, but others do. Also sync video talking can often be faster than chat, and issues that are controversial are usually resolved a lot better in a meeting. I once had something that took 2 weeks of unproductive back and forth with a team half way around the globe resolved with 20 minutes of a video meeting.