Administrative Professionals Day 2025 - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.

1. I-Thought on your feet and nailed it
2. N-Used a productivity app or tool effectively
3. G-Answered a question you weren’t “supposed” to know
4. I-Took initiative when a system failed
5. G-Gave clear and friendly instructions
6. G-Helped two departments work together
7. N-Troubleshot something before IT got there
8. B-Listened without interrupting
9. I-Handled a last-minute change like a pro
10. O-Got recognized by leadership or peers
11. G-Connected the right people to solve a problem
12. I-Reorganized something for better flow
13. B-De-escalated a tense situation
14. G-Stepped in for someone without being asked
15. O-Took initiative on a project or task
16. I-Made the complex look simple
17. I-Pulled together an event or report on short notice
18. B-Kept smiling despite a chaotic day
19. G-Took notes that were actually useful!
20. N-Helped a coworker with a tech issue
21. B-Handled negative feedback professionally
22. O-Delivered results before the deadline
23. I-“Made it work” with limited resources
24. I-Found a missing file in a creative way
25. N-Scheduled a flawless Zoom/Teams call
26. O-Took charge when things felt uncertain
27. O-Volunteered for a tricky assignment
28. O-Shared credit for a team success
29. N-Used a keyboard shortcut like Ctrl+Z or Ctrl+F
30. I-Found a solution that saved the day
31. N-Designed a PowerPoint that impressed everyone
32. O-Represented your department professionally
33. B-Used humour to lighten the mood
34. O-Kept a process running behind the scenes
35. B-Resolved a misunderstanding with grace
36. B-Checked in on someone having a tough day
37. O-Demonstrated reliability again and again
38. B-Offered help before being asked
39. I-Improved a process or workflow
40. G-Responded promptly and professionally
41. B-Took a break when emotions ran high
42. G-Helped make a meeting feel like a conversation
43. N-Helped someone reset a password
44. B-Adapted your tone to suit the situation
45. B-Offered encouragement to a colleague
46. N-Found a tech fix no one else thought of
47. I-Suggested a helpful shortcut or tip
48. N-Kept calm during a tech meltdown
49. O-Handled a difficult request without complaint
50. B-Remained calm under pressure
51. G-Sent a helpful follow-up email
52. I-Reworked a form or document to make it clearer
53. N-Designed or cleaned up a spreadsheet
54. I-Solved a problem no one else could
55. G-Gave feedback in a kind and helpful way
56. I-Created your own resource to simplify a task
57. B-Remembered someone’s birthday or milestone
58. G-Played a key role in team coordination
59. N-Mastered a new system or platform
60. N-Backed up important files (just in case!)
61. G-Kept everyone on track in a meeting
62. O-Got complimented for your work ethic
63. O-Stayed back to finish a job well
64. G-Advocated for someone else’s needs
65. B-Showed patience during a frustrating moment
66. I-Offered a solution before the issue became a crisis
67. O-Mentored a new or junior staff member
68. N-Sent a well-timed reminder email
69. O-Owned up to a mistake and fixed it
70. B-Validated someone’s feelings at work
71. G-Asked thoughtful questions to help a teammate
72. N-Used merge mail or labels to streamline work
73. G-Reached out to clarify instead of assuming
74. O-Encouraged someone to believe in themselves