Ok ladies, I need some help here.

I was laid off almost 2 weeks ago. I took the opportunity to switch my field a little (same job, different field).

I have absolutely zero experience in fielding job offers. I have a feeling it will come down to 2 jobs, MAYBE 3, offering me a position. In the past I have literally applied for 1 job, received an offer, and accepted.

Here is my question:

1) I have no chill, this is the first time I've been out of work not by my choice. What do I say to the first person? All I allowed to take some time?

2) How much time to "think"? Aka wait for other offer.

3) negotiating pay... I know they can counter my counter... But what percentage is too much to counter? Can you only counter once? Twice?

Ugggghhhhhh

I don't want to just jump on the first job, but I also really need a job 🤦‍♀️