Layoffs across my industry, where did you pivot? after 4 years as a teaching assistant

Many of the people I know in my field were laid off this year, including me as a teaching assistant. I am open to a pay cut if the field is stable.

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.