Q: Here is a goal: How to start a conversation at a party where you don't know anyone?

How would you accomplish this goal?

A: You can say something to open a neutral yet friendly starter, such as "Isn't this a great apartment/room/house/yard " etc. or "Have you tried the lasagne/cookies/tuna rolls" ? From there, if the person cannot respond to you, move on to someone else.

Q: Here is a goal: To shape a knife handle

How would you accomplish this goal?

A: File the wood down with various tools until satisfied.

Q: Here is a goal: how do you condition a runner?

How would you accomplish this goal?

A:
make them practice run.