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