Industry layoffs, what are people doing? - 8 months and counting

Three companies in Jacksonville cut staff in the same month. I would rather hear the honest version than the polite one. I am open to a pay cut if the field is stable. How did you choose?

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

Look at job postings to see which skills repeat, then fill the gap. That gave me a direction.