Books by Marcella Bremer
Research-based insights for building future-fit organizations.
A practical guide that bridges the gap between organizational theory and real-world application.
While helping organizations navigate change, Marcella shared her insights into a comprehensive guide. The earlier book “Organizational Culture Change” is no longer available.
Featured book
Developing a Positive Culture where People and Performance Thrive.
The foundation for building resilient, adaptive organizations.
The challenge
Most culture change efforts fail because they are too theoretical or top-down. This book offers a different approach.
The solution
A pragmatic, research-based framework that shows you how to develop a positive culture from any position in the organization, with or without formal authority.
What you will learn
- The science behind why positive cultures outperform others.
- Practical “Interaction Interventions” you can use immediately.
- How to create change through “Circles of 10” rather than massive programs.
- How to create teams where people are happy to work.
- Real case studies and examples.
- Step-by-step guidance for sustainable change.
Perfect for: leaders, managers, HR professionals, consultants, and anyone who wants to improve their workplace culture.
This book forms the foundation of our Positive Culture Academy, where you can dive deeper into practical application with video training and community support.
No longer available
Organizational Culture Change.
Unleash your Organization in Circles of 10.
The original book introduced the “Circles of 10” methodology, engaging small groups of co-workers to create grassroots, sustainable change instead of relying on top-down programs.
This book is no longer available, but the Circles of 10 approach lives on in the new book and in the Positive Culture Academy.
What readers are saying
From educators, consultants, and authors.
“Marcella’s book speaks to our students as co-facilitators in positive change and has all of the processes they need.”
Don Hagerty, Ed.D., Professor, Champlain College
“Marcella does an excellent job of explaining organizational culture and how to make it more positive.”
Kim Cameron, William Russell Professor of Management & Organizations, University of Michigan
“This book is brimming with wisdom and inspiration. It is a highly valuable resource for leaders and change agents.”
Jane E. Dutton, Robert L. Kahn Distinguished University Professor Emerita, University of Michigan
“Often writing about cultural change falls short on tactical guidance. This is a resource you will refer to repeatedly.”
Daryl Conner, consultant and author
“Marcella Bremer knows culture. Coupling her work with positive leadership takes culture practice to a new level.”
Steve Gladis, PhD, author of Positive Leadership
From book to practice
Reading is just the beginning.
The Developing a Positive Culture book provides the foundation. Real change happens through application and ongoing support.
Start with culture
Positive Culture Academy
Understand and improve your organizational culture with hands-on training, downloadable checklists, and journaling exercises that fit your context.
Add future-readiness
Strategic Foresight & Futures Community
Great culture prepares you for change, but you also need to anticipate what is coming. Develop anticipatory capabilities with peers and expert guidance.
About the author
Marcella Bremer
Marcella has spent 30 years helping organizations develop cultures that thrive through change. Together with business partner Marcel Lamers, she has guided hundreds of organizations worldwide on organizational culture, with more than 200,000 people scoring the culture assessment.
Certified by the Copenhagen Institute for Future Studies and with an MSc in Business Administration, Marcella combines academic rigor with practical experience to create resources that work in the real world.
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