I genuinely believe we are all driven by a desire to help others.
Don’t believe me?
Think about how you’d respond if someone asked you for help.
Yes, it depends on what the ask is and how it’s framed.
But generally speaking you would be more open than closed to supporting where you can.
If this is how society naturally operates, then there’s no need to feel anxious about reaching out to others to support your career ambitions.
You are not an inconvenience.
People want to help.
So there’s no harm in asking.