Pivoting from retail manager to something new - any advice?

My layoff made me rethink whether to stay in my field. There are 13 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. My family is supportive but nervous. Did you take a pay cut?

I took a small pay cut for a year, and it was worth it for the growth afterwards.

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