Industry layoffs, what are people doing? - 17 weeks in

Many of the people I know in my field were laid off this year, including me as a retail manager. I do not usually post, so bear with me. I have transferable skills but no direct experience elsewhere.

A short certificate helped me more than a new degree would have. Check what local colleges offer.

I moved into operations work. The skills carried over and there were more openings than in my old field.