2020 has been a year of fear and uncertainty for all of us. We've had upheaval in our workplaces, among family and even in the way we're allowed to spend our free time.

This year has also shown us that there are no guarantees for any of us, that we can't take anything for granted because radical change can happen at any time.

So while we can't control what 2021 will turn out to be like, what we can control is how we react, how we show up, how we decide to use our time, talents and resources.

There's a great quote by American author, Charles R. Swindoll, that says, "I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is with you...we are in charge of our attitudes."

The power of choosing how we respond to change, challenges and opportunities around us is completely in our hands. So how will you choose to respond in 2021? What will you choose to focus on?

One opportunity that has skyrocketed in 2020 and that every single one of us can tap into is the power of the internet when it comes to making money, offering value to people all over the world and creating a meaningful (and profitable!) impact.

From selling products online to creating communities and teaching any and every topic - starting a business is no longer an expensive and difficult venture. In fact, it's easier, more accessible and more attractive than ever before.

And as more aspects of our lives shift online, why not claim a piece of that pie and make 2021 the year you turn your knowledge, talents and ideas into a part-time income, or even the foundations of a career that can replace your 9-5?

In our burning desire to go back to normal, it's worth analysing what parts of "normal" are actually worth going back to. 2020 has been a complete shift in perspectives - a chance to see things differently and reassess what truly matters.

Whether you'd love to spend more time with family, take back control of your career, prove something to yourself or simply make more money to be able to do the things you love in the new world, the best bet you can make is on yourself.

Google is everyone's free university and the answers to any question around building a successful online business are waiting for you - just a search away.

After that, apart from a decent wifi connection, all you need is a touch of confidence, some commitment and a little willingness to believe that you can create something truly amazing in 2021 - that you can make it your most successful year ever. You've got nothing to lose and everything to gain.