Pivoting from data-entry clerk to something new after 13 years as a data-entry clerk

After 13 years as a data-entry clerk I am thinking about moving into a different field. I have read a lot of threads here and could not find my exact situation. I have a little time and a small budget for training. Did you take a pay cut?

Try a small project in the new field before committing. It told me a lot about whether I would enjoy it.