Stories and Myths. Stories are narratives based on true events that are frequently shared among employees and told to new employees to inform them about an organization. Many stories are about company heroes who serve as models or ideals for upholding cultural norms and values. Some stories are considered legends because the events are historic and may have been embellished with fictional details. Other stories are myths, which are consistent with the values and beliefs of the organization but are not supported by facts." Stories keep alive the primary values of the organization and provide a shared understanding among all employees. Examples of how stories shape culture are as follows: