Transition Skills Training

Transition Skills Training We are a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Austin, Texas. Our mission is to provide a

Free Class Today for Veterans & Military Families!Want to learn how to land local government contracts? Join us for:Proc...
04/24/2026

Free Class Today for Veterans & Military Families!

Want to learn how to land local government contracts? Join us for:
Procurement 101: Find & Win Local Government Contracts

This practical, no-fluff session will walk you through how government purchasing works, where to find opportunities, and how to position your business to compete.

🕒 Friday April 24 | 11:30 - 1pm CST
🎓 Includes free, ready-to-use toolkit
💻 Open to Veterans, Active Duty, Guard, Reserves & Military Family Members

If you’ve been curious about government contracting but didn’t know where to start — this is your entry point.

👉 Sign up now: transitionskillstraining.org/events



This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

There are still a few open spots for today's class: Getting Started with AI for Small Business. Perfect for beginners an...
04/17/2026

There are still a few open spots for today's class: Getting Started with AI for Small Business. Perfect for beginners and those newer to using Ai tools for business, this class is available at no cost to veterans, active duty and military family members. If you are a veteran business owner in Texas, please be prepared to share your Veteran Verification Letter at registration. All are welcome. Sign up at http://transitionskillstraining.org/events - Class is from 11:30am to 1pm, includes a resource toolkit, and will be facilitated by TST co-founder Julie Niehoff.
This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

Today we’re hosting Procurement 101: How to Win Local Government Contracts — a practical, step-by-step class designed to...
03/06/2026

Today we’re hosting Procurement 101: How to Win Local Government Contracts — a practical, step-by-step class designed to help small businesses understand how to work with cities, counties, and public agencies.

If you’ve ever wondered how to get on vendor lists, respond to RFPs, or position your business for government opportunities, this session breaks it down in clear, straightforward terms.

This class is free for veterans and their family members, made possible through support from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC).

Sign up at:
👉 transitionskillstraining.org/events. . This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

03/06/2026

She raised her hand near the end of class and said she had something to share.
At the beginning of the session she’d told us she wasn’t good with technology.
That AI scared her.
That she wasn’t sure she belonged in the room.
100 people were in the room as she held up her phone.
While we were teaching, she had quietly opened one of the tools we mentioned.
Just to try it.
No instructions. No help. Just curiosity.
By the time she raised her hand, she had built her entire new business plan.
On her phone.
In 90 minutes.
In the middle of class.
The room went quiet for a second.
Then someone started clapping.
Then everyone did.
She was stunned. We were not.
Because we see this every single time.
Not because AI is magic.
Because veterans and military families already have everything it takes.
They just needed someone to hand them the tools without the overwhelm.
That’s what we do.
Our next session is virtual — same energy, same toolkit, same results. You just don’t have to leave home.
Friday March 20 · 11:30 AM CT · Virtual Register → transitionskillstraining.org/events
This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their assistance. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

🏛️ Free Business Class Tomorrow at 11:30 AM (Virtual | 90 Minutes)Procurement 101: Winning Local Government ContractsIf ...
02/26/2026

🏛️ Free Business Class Tomorrow at 11:30 AM (Virtual | 90 Minutes)

Procurement 101: Winning Local Government Contracts

If you’ve ever wondered how to do business with cities, counties, school districts, or state agencies — this session breaks it down step by step.

You’ll learn:
✔️ How government purchasing actually works
✔️ Where to find contract opportunities
✔️ How to get registered as a vendor
✔️ Tips to make your bids stronger and more competitive

This session also includes a toolkit of helpful resources to help you take action immediately after class.

This class is free for veterans, active duty service members, and their family members.

🕚 Starts at 11:30 AM
💻 Virtual | 90 Minutes

Seats are limited. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Oy_v5E—QJurDYL1gqJdVw



This program is funded in part by the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit tvc.texas.gov.

Free Business Class Friday Feb 26 at 11:30 AM (Virtual | 90 Minutes)Write an Effective Business PlanIf you’ve been think...
02/26/2026

Free Business Class Friday Feb 26 at 11:30 AM (Virtual | 90 Minutes)

Write an Effective Business Plan

If you’ve been thinking about starting a business — or tightening up the one you already have — this session will walk you through how to build a clear, fundable, and strategic business plan.

You’ll learn:
✔️ What lenders and funders actually look for
✔️ How to define your market and competitive position
✔️ How to turn ideas into an actionable roadmap

This class is free for veterans, active duty service members, and their family members.

🕚 Starts at 11:30 AM
💻 Virtual | 90 Minutes

Spots are limited. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4_QxoN-gRKexMypWCVs2Nw



This program is funded in part by the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit tvc.texas.gov.

📣 Don’t Miss This FRIDAY CLASS!🗓 Friday, January 30 • 🕰 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM🎓 Topic: Basics of Fundraising for Nonprofits💻...
01/29/2026

📣 Don’t Miss This FRIDAY CLASS!
🗓 Friday, January 30 • 🕰 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🎓 Topic: Basics of Fundraising for Nonprofits
💻 Online class offered by Transition Skills Training

Learn practical strategies to raise funds effectively for your nonprofit — perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their fundraising skills.

✨ Free for veterans and their family members!
➡️ Reserve your spot at transitionskillstraining.org/events

📌 This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

📣 Join Us THIS THURSDAY!🗓 January 29  🕰 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM🎓 Topic: Starting a Nonprofit Organization💻 Online class offer...
01/29/2026

📣 Join Us THIS THURSDAY!
🗓 January 29 🕰 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
🎓 Topic: Starting a Nonprofit Organization
💻 Online class offered by Transition Skills Training

Whether you’re exploring launching a nonprofit or just want to understand the fundamentals, this session will walk you through key steps to get started with confidence.

✨ Free for veterans and their family members!
➡️ Sign up now at transitionskillstraining.org/events

📌 This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

By now, this is usually the moment when New Year’s resolutions start to wobble.The excitement fades. The to-do list feel...
01/22/2026

By now, this is usually the moment when New Year’s resolutions start to wobble.
The excitement fades. The to-do list feels longer. Doubt creeps in.

If you’re a veteran or military spouse just starting a business, here’s your reminder:
momentum doesn’t come from motivation — it comes from consistency.

You don’t need a perfect plan.
You don’t need to have it all figured out.
You just need to keep showing up — one small, intentional step at a time.

Progress looks like:
✔️ asking questions
✔️ learning new tools
✔️ adjusting the plan
✔️ staying in the game when it gets uncomfortable

The same discipline that carried you through service will carry you through entrepreneurship — just applied in a new way.

This isn’t the “make it or break it” moment.
It’s the decide to keep going moment.

You’ve got this. And you don’t have to do it alone. 🇺🇸✨

💰 Explore Funding Options for Your Small BusinessNot sure what funding options actually make sense for your business? Th...
01/20/2026

💰 Explore Funding Options for Your Small Business

Not sure what funding options actually make sense for your business? This practical, no-nonsense class walks through the real funding paths available to small businesses—and how to decide which ones are worth your time.

📅 January 23
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
💻 Live, Virtual Class
🎁 Includes a downloadable toolkit

What you’ll learn:
• Common funding options for small businesses and nonprofits
• The difference between loans, grants, and alternative funding
• What funders actually look for
• How to prepare before you apply (and avoid costly mistakes)

This class is ideal whether you’re just starting out or thinking ahead about growth and sustainability.

✅ Open to veterans, military family members, active duty, Guard & Reserve, and first responders

👉 Register here: transitionskillstraining.org/events

Clear guidance. Practical tools. No sales pitch—just information you can use. This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

🚀 Demystifying AI: Getting Started with AI for Small BusinessCurious about AI but not sure where to begin? This beginner...
01/20/2026

🚀 Demystifying AI: Getting Started with AI for Small Business

Curious about AI but not sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly virtual class is designed for veteran-owned small businesses and nonprofits who want practical, real-world ways to use AI—without the hype or tech overwhelm.

📅 January 22
🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
💻 Live, Virtual Class
🎁 Includes a downloadable toolkit

What we’ll cover:
• What AI actually is (in plain English)
• How small businesses and nonprofits can use AI day-to-day
• Simple tools to save time, reduce workload, and work smarter
• Real examples you can use immediately

Best for beginners—but even if you’ve already tried AI, most participants say they still learn new, useful tricks.

✅ Open to veterans, military family members, active duty, Guard & Reserve, and first responders

👉 Register here: transitionskillstraining.org/events

No jargon. No pressure. Just practical skills you can use right away. This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.tvc.texas.gov.

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