Industry layoffs, what are people doing? - any advice?

Three companies in Kansas City cut staff in the same month. This is my first time dealing with any of this. I am open to a pay cut if the field is stable. Which areas are hiring?

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

Talk to people in the field you are considering. Two coffee chats changed my mind about one option.