Leaders with moxie are leaders that have what it takes to lead others in tough circumstances. They are tough on the outside but soft on the inside. When knocked down they know how to get back up and they can bring others with them because they are likeable.
I think moxie is a good quality for a leader to develop. Do You Have Moxie? (Leading Bog) describes four key attributes of leaders with moxie:
I don’t think I have enough moxie. I’m going to work on this. How about you?