Changing careers at 15 years into a job, is it realistic? after 15 years as a recruiter

My layoff made me rethink whether to stay in my field. I am in Detroit, in case local advice matters. My family is supportive but nervous. Did you take a pay cut?

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.

I began with informational chats, then a short online course, then a related entry-level role. It took about 6 months.