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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 1H 11M

Thor O’Connor on Entrepreneurship, NWA Growth & Building a 5⭐ Brand

from SO NWA · host Juan Arriola

Episode 29- Thor O’Connor, owner of Thor’s Barbershop in Pea Ridge, shares his journey from college burnout to building a thriving barbershop in Northwest Arkansas.In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to start from scratch, the challenges of stepping out on your own, and how Thor turned a tough situation into an opportunity to build something authentic. From cutting hair in his garage to owning a 5-star shop, his story is all about resilience, community, and betting on yourself.We also talk about the growth of NWA, entrepreneurship, and why creating a unique experience keeps clients coming back.If you're into business, self-growth, or local stories that hit home, this one’s for you.https://www.thorsbarbershop.com/

Episode 29- Thor O’Connor, owner of Thor’s Barbershop in Pea Ridge, shares his journey from college burnout to building a thriving barbershop in Northwest Arkansas.In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to start from scratch, the challenges of stepping out on your own, and how Thor turned a tough situation into an opportunity to build something authentic. From cutting hair in his garage to owning a 5-star shop, his story is all about resilience, community, and betting on yourself.We also talk about the growth of NWA, entrepreneurship, and why creating a unique experience keeps clients coming back.If you're into business, self-growth, or local stories that hit home, this one’s for you.https://www.thorsbarbershop.com/

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