Laid off from fund. Where to go from here?

My $1B fund told me last week that they are reducing headcount due to fund performance and yesterday was my last day. I am 2/7 analysts let go. They kept the sector heads and jr analysts.

I'm obviously disappointed but trying to find the next opportunity. Any advice on how I should I pitch myself in interviews?

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