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Veteran-Led · Unapologetically Candid

Turn discomfort
into Leadership
that moves people forward.

Customized life and leadership coaching, facilitated development experiences, assessments, and RBLP certification preparation for professionals and organizations ready to lead with greater confidence, connection, and consistency.

Military-informed leadership · Holistic development · Instructor-led training

Choose your pathway

The Foundation

  • Self-AwarenessSelf-Awareness
  • IntrospectionIntrospection
  • ResilienceResilience
  • MotivationalMotivational
  • LeadershipLeadership
  • TeamworkTeamwork
  • CoachingCoaching
  • 3C3C
Veteran-LedRBLP® Authorized Training PartnerWhite House Leadership ExperienceVirtual & In-Person DeliveryServing Maryland & D.C.

The Method

The Candid Difference

"Growth only happens when the safety of the known becomes less attractive than the potential of the unknown."

Six pillars shape every engagement — coaching, workshops, and certification prep alike.

  1. 01

    Systems Navigation

    Move through complex organizations with precision — without losing your core identity or values.

  2. 02

    Opportunity Access

    Dismantle the gatekeeping that keeps qualified candidates from stepping into their next role.

  3. 03

    Human Development

    Whole-person growth: identity, capability, and confidence, developed in sequence, not siloed.

  4. 04

    Sustainable Mobility

    Career and life progression that doesn't burn you out on the way to the top.

  5. 05

    Resilient Adaptability

    Endurance under pressure. The stamina to be wrong until you're right.

  6. 06

    Authentic Leadership

    Lead as yourself — candidly, unapologetically, and with real skin in the game.

Coach Zhee, founder of Candidly Unsed

Meet the Founder

Coach Zhee

Coach Zhee founded Candidly Unsed to provide a candid, human, and rigorous alternative to generic corporate training — the kind of leadership development she wished existed when she was navigating her own high-stakes chapters.

A U.S. military veteran with 18+ years of leadership experience spanning federal service and executive rooms, Zhee brings tactical discipline, hard-earned emotional intelligence, and a refusal to gatekeep to every engagement.

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Client Voices

Real work. Real leaders.

  • Organizational
    “Soror Zhee, thank you so much for the incredible care, intention, and energy you poured into facilitating our restorative and interactive session during the Her Sanctuary: Renewal and Sisterhood Restored retreat for the Iota Chi Zeta Chapter. Your ability to create a space that was both grounding and uplifting allowed us to truly pause, reflect, and reconnect — not only with ourselves, but with one another. Because of you, our sorors were able to walk away feeling restored, affirmed, and more connected as a sisterhood.”

    Iota Chi Zeta Chapter

    Sorority Retreat Client

  • Coaching
    “Working with Zhee at Candidly Unsed has truly been a meaningful experience for me. Zhee brings such a positive spirit and has a unique way of speaking life into you, even in moments when you may be doubting yourself. What I appreciate most is her authenticity and genuine care. Every conversation is empowering, uplifting, and purposeful. I’m grateful for the support and insight I received and would absolutely recommend Candidly Unsed to anyone looking for encouragement, clarity, and growth in their journey.”

    LaQuanda McGuire

    Coaching Client

  • Coaching
    “Zhee of Candidly Unsed is awesome! My time working with Zhee was productive and well worth it. She challenged me in goal-driven ways that produced real results. Zhee completely renewed my résumé — correcting the format, improving the flow, and strengthening the overall presentation. She highlighted my work experience in ways I hadn’t considered and created an entirely new document within just a few days, making me more marketable to hiring managers.”

    Sanada Spellman

    Career Coaching Client

  • Workshops
    “Unlearning Perfectionism” was such an amazing webinar that opened my eyes to a lot of things I didn’t even notice were affecting me and the way I maneuver through my life. The worksheet actually made me sit down and analyze things, and during the webinar the line was opened up for much-needed conversation and understanding. Coach Zhee made it so easy to have a conversation and understand, which allowed me to analyze myself further even after the webinar was over. I will always look forward to the next one.”

    Kiara Anderson

    “Unlearning Perfectionism” Attendee

  • Coaching
    “My experience with Zhee has been amazing. Encouraging words and inspirational talks helped me get through some of my hardest times. I encourage everyone to attend the webinars and gain a lot of knowledge.”

    Kierra Bailey

    Coaching Client

  • Workshops
    “Navigating the Comfortable Seasons” was a great interactive session. The questions were thought-provoking. It was well organized and made me feel supported. I am glad I attended and would absolutely attend another session with Coach Zhee — she is amazing.

    Lakita Green

    “Navigating the Comfortable Seasons” Attendee

  • Workshops
    “I attended the Navigating the Uncomfortable Seasons workshop and found it to be a truly meaningful and impactful experience. Coach Zhee led the session with warmth, intention, and deep presence, creating an affirming and safe environment that encouraged honest reflection, thoughtful dialogue, and genuine connection. Candidly Unsed, LLC doesn’t just deliver a workshop — they create an experience. The thoughtful balance of compassion and accountability made the workshop both supportive and empowering. I left feeling seen, encouraged, and better equipped to lead and show up as my most authentic self, both personally and professionally.”

    Tasha Wilson

    “Navigating the Uncomfortable Seasons” Attendee

  • Merchandise
    “Candidly Unsed designed custom shirts for my family's reunion. We loved the design, fabric, and fit of the shirts. Not only were we pleased with the shirts but also the customer service. We ordered almost 50 shirts and the shipping was really fast. Even after making changes to the order, the level of professionalism remained top tier. I would recommend Candidly Unsed to anyone looking for quality work, yet fun and sporty.”

    Keyana McKinney

    Custom Apparel Client

  • Merchandise
    “Hello, I would recommend this store. Very good products.”

    Dionne Halstead

    Verified Customer

  • Merchandise
    “The quality of the product is second to none! Customer service is the best! Looking to order again!”

    Harold Shelby

    Verified Customer

  • Merchandise
    “Candidly Unsed is a great fit for anyone looking for relaxed and comfortable, yet quality clothing. I really enjoyed browsing through the selection of shirts pertaining to Black culture. References such as “Unapologetically Black” and “Black Excellence All Damn Day” have been some of my favorites — which I actually purchased. I received my orders rather quickly as well. I will definitely be buying more in the future.”

    Brandon Wyatt

    Verified Customer

  • Merchandise
    “I highly recommend Candidly Unsed to anyone in the market for stylish and comfortable apparel. From the moment I received my order, I was impressed with the quality of the materials and the attention to detail in the designs. The shirts fit perfectly and are incredibly soft, making them a pleasure to wear all day long. Additionally, the customer service at Candidly Unsed is exceptional — friendly and knowledgeable staff who go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. Whether you're looking for a fun graphic tee or a classic basic, Candidly Unsed has something for everyone. I am thrilled with my purchase and will definitely be a repeat customer!”

    Verified Guest

    Verified Customer

  • Merchandise
    “The creator did an awesome job using her creativity to provide a custom sweatshirt that I’ve received several compliments on. Customer service was top notch and turnaround on the item was fast. I’ll definitely order again in the future.”

    Corey Clark

    Custom Apparel Client

  • Merchandise
    “I’m in love with the quality of the shirts and the attention to detail that goes into making them! And y’all, don’t feel limited to the designs that are listed — Candidly Unsed does custom work too!”

    Verified Guest

    Verified Customer

Certification

RBLP® Certification Prep

Instructor-led preparation for the Resilience-Building Leader Professional credential. Candidly Unsed is an authorized RBLP training partner — the certification itself is issued by RBLP.

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RBLP

Resilience-Building Leader Professional

Emerging and frontline leaders

Foundations of building resilient teams.

RBLP-C

Coach-Level Credential

Experienced leaders and internal coaches

Coaching others to build resilient teams.

RBLP-T

Trainer-Level Credential

Practitioners training the trainers

Designing and delivering resilience curricula.

Military, veteran, GI Bill, COOL, and credentialing-assistance eligibility varies by program and status. We'll confirm your funding pathway during your consultation.

Free Resource

The Candid Leadership Check-In

A short, honest self-assessment across six leadership pillars. Get your CANDIDate Leadership Profile with a personalized development plan.

Free · ~10 minutes · Instant results

One Question

Ready to get comfortably uncomfortable?