In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli talks with Dan Simons. Dan Simons is the co-founder of the Farmers Restaurant Group. In this episode, Dan shares his journey of becoming a purpose-driven individual and leader.  Dan Simons also shares the inspiring story of how Farmers Restaurant Group and his team faced the crisis while staying focused on their values and becoming better as a result.Some highlights:-Dan Simons on how his upbringing gave him a greater sense of purpose and empathy-Dan on how he persisted through his first failure as a restaurateur. -Dan Simons on Conscious Capitalism and how businesses can elevate humanity through a mindful way of doing business.-Dan shared the struggles his team faced during the pandemic and why they never wavered on their principles and values.  -Dan Simons on the need to be willing to be imperfect in order to learn and grow.Also mentioned in this episode:-Michael Vucurevich-David Gardner,  Co-Founder, and CEO of The Motley Fool(Listen to David Gardner's episode here)-Adored: The Leader Your Team Needs You to Be a book by Tom DeCotiis-The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People a book by Stephen CoveyConnect with Dan Simons:Dan Simons on LinkedInDan Simons on TwitterConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:mahantavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: partneringleadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website