Exactly. That's what's behind most business and professional licensing. Raising barriers to entry, quashing potential competition, and limiting potential competitors to those willing to play the game, to go along to get along. Protecting themselves from fierce competitors.
Economics for Beginners.
And a Rap song to boot.
“Fight of the Century”: Keynes vs. Hayek Rap Battle Round Two
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTQnarzmTOc