Organizational culture and structure interact to provide an environment that removes uncertainty about the role an individual plays in an organization and the acceptable behavior he or she should engage in while carrying out that role role. In a small business environment, such as a sole proprietorship, the owner/leader must define and communicate culture to his or her team in order to create a team with shared values ​​and beliefs that align with organizational goals. Organizational culture refers to the shared values, principles, traditions, and ways of doing things that influence how organizational members behave (Robbins & DeCenzo, 2013). It is important to note that culture is a perception and not a tangible element. It is therefore important that managers promote the dimensions of organizational culture that contribute to the achievement of organizational objectives. It is essential to remember that new members of the organization will have different backgrounds and may have experienced significantly different social norms. When new members join an organization, they will learn about organizational culture informally by observing customs of existing members and by listening to stories and learning organizational jargon (Robbins & DeCenzo, 2013). Organizational structure refers to how an organization divides its work into distinct tasks and then coordinates those tasks (Clayton, Fisher, Harris, Brown, & NCVER, 2008). Unlike organizational culture, organizational structure is formalized and communicated through an organizational chart, policies and procedures, and other formal communication methods (Clayton et al., 2008). Ultimately, structure describes how the division of an organization… in the center of the paper… ple thus influences the organizational structure. Ensuring that an organization's culture aligns with its vision and goals creates a work environment with a clear path to success for the organization and the people who work there. Works Cited Clayton, B., Fisher, T., Harris, R., Bateman, A., Brown, M., & National Center for Career Education, R. (2008). Structures and cultures: a review of the literature. Supporting Document 2. National Center for Career Education Research (NCVER). Jackson, R., Wood, C., & Zboja, J. (2013). The dissolution of ethical decision making in organizations: A comprehensive review and model. Journal of Business Ethics, 116(2), 233-250. doi:10.1007/s10551-012-1459-3Robbins, S. P., DeCenzo, D. A., & Coulter, M. K. (2013). Fundamentals of management: essential concepts and applications. (8th ed., Global ed.). Boston, Massachusetts: Pearson.