This Former Firefighter’s ‘Hidden’ Side Hustle Turned Full-Time Business Helps Keep Homes Safe — and Saw ‘Explosive Growth’ to $22 Million Revenue

This Side Hustle Spotlight Q&A features Jeremy Barker, 50, of Ogden, Utah. Barker was working as a firefighter and paramedic when he started his company, Murphy Door, which sells “hidden” home furnishings, including bookcase doors and Murphy beds. Responses have been edited for length and clarity.

Image Credit: Courtesy of Murphy Door. Jeremy Barker.

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When did you start your side hustle, and where did you find the inspiration for it?
I started Murphy Door in December 2012 while I was still working as a firefighter. The

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