Strong cultures typically exhibit the following traits: Common language: Words and phrases that hold a common meaning within a community based on opinions, principles, and values6 Learned behaviors: A set of learned responses to stimuli7 Shared beliefs: The acceptance of something as true8 Heroes and legends: People who are admired or idealized for their qualities, behavior, and/or achievements and the stories told about their heroic actions9 Rituals and norms: Consistent behavior regularly followed by an individual or a group10
